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Boy and Girl Names with 'K' for Babies and Children

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Choosing a baby name is an exciting yet crucial part of becoming a parent. Whether you prefer a modern name that feels chic and original or a classic name with enduring appeal, the ideal choice should embody charm and significance. This list features an enchanting assortment of boy and girl names that blend time-honored tradition with a splash of creativity. With options ranging from cherished classics to fresh contemporary suggestions, you’re sure to find a name that captures your child’s essence and connects with your family story.

Girl names with K:

  1. Kaia - A Hawaiian name meaning "the sea" or "ocean."
  2. Kaitlyn - An Irish name derived from Caitlín, meaning "pure."
  3. Kaliyah - A modern name possibly derived from the Hebrew name Kalya, meaning "beloved."
  4. Kallie - A diminutive of names like Callista or Kalista, meaning "most beautiful" in Greek.
  5. Kamala - A Sanskrit name meaning "lotus" or "pale red."
  6. Kamara - A name of African origin meaning "moonlight."
  7. Kamilla - A variant of Camilla, meaning "attendant" or "helper" in Latin.
  8. Kamryn - A modern variant of Cameron, meaning "crooked nose."
  9. Kara - An Italian name meaning "beloved" or "dear."
  10. Karina - A Scandinavian variant of Katherine, meaning "pure."
  11. Karissa - A modern name derived from Charis, meaning "grace."
  12. Karla - A feminine form of Karl, meaning "free man" in German.
  13. Karley - A modern spelling of Karly, meaning "free man."
  14. Karmen - A variant of Carmen, meaning "song" or "poem" in Latin.
  15. Karola - A variant of Karla, meaning "free woman" or "strong."
  16. Karoline - A French form of Caroline, meaning "free woman."
  17. Karsyn - A modern variant of Carson, meaning "son of the marsh dwellers."
  18. Kassandra - A Greek name meaning "shining upon man," also a figure in Greek mythology.
  19. Kassidy - A modern variant of Cassidy, meaning "clever" or "curly-haired."
  20. Kassie - A diminutive of Kassandra or Kassidy, meaning "shining upon man."
  21. Kathrine - A variant of Catherine, meaning "pure."
  22. Kathy - A diminutive of Katherine, meaning "pure."
  23. Katia - A Russian diminutive of Ekaterina, meaning "pure."
  24. Katy - A diminutive of Katherine, meaning "pure."
  25. Kaycee - A modern name that can be derived from the initials K.C., meaning "keeper of the keys."
  26. Kelly - An Irish name meaning "warrior" or "descendant of Ceallach."
  27. Kendall - An English name meaning "valley of the river Kent."
  28. Kendra - An English name meaning "knowledge" or "understanding."
  29. Kenya - A name derived from the African country, possibly meaning "God's resting place."
  30. Kerry - An Irish name meaning "descendant of Ciardha," also a place name.
  31. Khadijah - An Arabic name meaning "premature child," also the name of Muhammad's first wife.
  32. Khloe - A Greek name meaning "blooming" or "fertility."
  33. Kiara - An Italian name meaning "clear" or "bright."
  34. Kiera - An Irish name meaning "little dark one."
  35. Kim - A diminutive of Kimberly, meaning "from the wood of the royal forest."
  36. Kimberly - An English name meaning "from the meadow of the royal fortress."
  37. Kimmy - A diminutive of Kimberly, meaning "from the wood of the royal forest."
  38. Kinsley - An English name meaning "king's meadow."
  39. Kirstin - A Scandinavian form of Christine, meaning "follower of Christ."
  40. Kirsty - A diminutive of Kirstin, meaning "follower of Christ."
  41. Klara - A variant of Clara, meaning "bright" or "clear."
  42. Klarissa - A variant of Clarissa, meaning "bright" or "clear."
  43. Kourtney - A modern spelling of Courtney, meaning "from the court."
  44. Kris - A diminutive of names like Kristina or Kristen, meaning "follower of Christ."
  45. Krissy - A diminutive of Kristina or Kristen, meaning "follower of Christ."
  46. Krista - A variant of Christina, meaning "follower of Christ."
  47. Kristin - A variant of Christina, meaning "follower of Christ."
  48. Kristina - A Latin name meaning "follower of Christ."
  49. Kylie - An Australian name meaning "boomerang."
  50. Kylieann - A modern name combining Kylie and Ann, with meanings associated with each.

Boy names with K:

  1. Kace - A modern spelling of Case, which means "brave" or "vigilant."
  2. Kadeem - Of Arabic origin, meaning "generous" or "giving."
  3. Kaden - A variation of Caden, meaning "fighter" or "spirit of battle."
  4. Kai - Of Hawaiian origin, meaning "sea." In Japanese, it can mean "open" or "shell."
  5. Kain - Of Hebrew origin, meaning "spear" or "acquired."
  6. Kaizen - A Japanese term meaning "improvement" or "change for the better."
  7. Kaleb - Of Hebrew origin, meaning "devotion" or "wholehearted."
  8. Kamden - A modern variation of Camden, meaning "winding valley."
  9. Kamil - Of Arabic origin, meaning "perfect" or "complete."
  10. Kareem - An Arabic name meaning "generous" or "noble."
  11. Karl - Of German origin, meaning "free man" or "man."
  12. Karter - A modern spelling of Carter, meaning "transporter of goods by cart."
  13. Kashton - A modern name possibly derived from Ashton, meaning "ash tree town."
  14. Kasper - Of Persian origin, meaning "treasurer" or "bringer of gifts."
  15. Keanu - Of Hawaiian origin, meaning "the breeze" or "cool breeze over the mountains."
  16. Keegan - Of Irish origin, meaning "small" or "son of the fiery one."
  17. Kelvin - Of Scottish origin, meaning "from the riverbank," derived from the River Kelvin.
  18. Kendall - Of English origin, meaning "valley of the River Kent."
  19. Kendrick - Of English origin, meaning "royal ruler" or "champion."
  20. Kennedy - Of Irish origin, meaning "descendant of Ceannidigh," which means "helmeted head."
  21. Kenneth - Of Gaelic origin, meaning "handsome" or "born of fire."
  22. Kenny - A diminutive of Kenneth, meaning "handsome" or "comely."
  23. Kenton - Of English origin, meaning "town of the King's estate."
  24. Keon - Of Irish origin, meaning "God is gracious."
  25. Kevin - Of Irish origin, meaning "handsome" or "kind."
  26. Khalid - Of Arabic origin, meaning "eternal" or "immortal."
  27. Khalil - Of Arabic origin, meaning "friend" or "companion."
  28. Kian - Of Irish and Gaelic origin, meaning "ancient" or "God is gracious."
  29. Kiefer - Of German origin, meaning "barrel maker."
  30. Kieran - Of Irish origin, meaning "little dark one" or "black."
  31. Killian - Of Irish origin, meaning "church" or "little."
  32. King - Of English origin, meaning "ruler" or "monarch."
  33. Kingsley - Of English origin, meaning "king's meadow."
  34. Kip - Of English origin, meaning "pointed hill" or "a small sheltered place."
  35. Klaus - Of German origin, a diminutive of Nikolaus, meaning "victory of the people."
  36. Knox - Of Scottish origin, meaning "round hill."
  37. Kobe - Of Japanese origin, meaning "God's door," also associated with the city in Japan.
  38. Koda - Of Native American origin, meaning "friend."
  39. Koen - Of Dutch origin, meaning "brave" or "bold."
  40. Kole - A modern spelling of Cole, meaning "victorious" or "swarthy."
  41. Konstantin - Of Latin origin, meaning "constant" or "steadfast." 
  42. Kornelius - Of Latin origin, meaning "horn." 
  43. Kory - Of English origin, meaning "from the hollow." 
  44. Kris - A diminutive of Christopher, meaning "Christ-bearer." 
  45. Kristopher - A variant of Christopher, meaning "bearer of Christ." 
  46. Kruz - A modern spelling of Cruz, meaning "cross" in Spanish. 
  47. Kurt - Of German origin, meaning "bold" or "courageous." 
  48. Kyle - Of Gaelic origin, meaning "narrow, straight" or "from the strait." 
  49. Kylo - A modern name possibly derived from "Kylo Ren," meaning unknown. 
  50. Kyson - A modern name, likely a combination of Kyle and Jason, meaning "a son of Kyle." 

We hope this guide has helped make your baby name search a little more straightforward! Whether you’re drawn to trendy names or more traditional ones, the key is finding a choice that feels right for your family. If you're still looking or considering a unisex option, don’t forget to check out our list of gender-neutral names for even more inspiration! 

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