Female and male names starting with the letter "K" .

KELSYE

Feminine

Rare Hebrew name meaning "toward the sea," drawing from ancient Jewish culture and the story of Jonah in the Bible.

KELSYN

Feminine

Distinctive unisex name of Welsh origin, coined by Stephenie Meyer for her Twilight series. Its meaning, derived from the Welsh male name "Celyn," signifies strength and beauty, as holly is an evergreen plant symbolizing endurance.

KELTAN

Masculine

Irish given name derived from the ancient Irish word "ceiltine," meaning "stranger" or "foreign." Historically used by Gaels to refer to non-native settlers, it now signifies adaptability and resilience. It remains uncommon today, offering uniqueness if chosen as a child's name.

KELTEN

Masculine

The male name Kelten is of Irish origin, derived from 'ceiltach', meaning 'stranger' or 'foreigner'. It originally served as a surname but now functions as a given name.

KELTIE

Feminine

Distinctive Scottish female name derived from 'Ceiltich', meaning 'stranger' or 'foreign'.

KELTIN

Masculine

Keltin: A unique male given name of Irish origin derived from 'Céiliteach', once common in County Kerry. It embodies ancient Celtic heritage and has historical significance through figures like Saint Kaelin.

KELTON

Feminine

American given name of Scottish origin, derived from the surname "Kelton," which means "church settlement." It started as a surname but evolved into a unisex given name, more commonly used for males in the United States today.

KELTON

Masculine

Unique English name derived from "celtan," meaning "stranger" or "foreigner." It gained popularity in the mid-20th century, with notable bearer Kelton Crammer, an American football player. Today, it's still rare but appealing for its uniqueness and historical roots.

KELTSEY

Feminine

Scottish female given name derived from the surname Kelty, which means "strife" or "contention," though it has evolved into a captivating and elegant option despite its potentially aggressive connotation.

KELTY

Feminine

Rare unisex given name of Irish origin, derived from the ancient surname "O'Kelly". Its meaning is unclear but may derive from "Caoilfhionn" (fair-haired) or "Ó Ceallaigh" (descendant of Ceallach).

KELTYN

Masculine

Distinctive Irish male given name derived from the surname "O'Celtchair," meaning "descendant of Celta." It originated in County Roscommon, Ireland, and has evolved over time with various spellings such as Celltchar, Celtair, Kelty, and now Keltyn. While not widely used historically in Ireland, it gained popularity elsewhere, notably in North America.

KELVAN

Masculine

Uncommon, modern name of unknown origin, often chosen for its unique sound rather than any specific meaning.

KELVEN

Masculine

Unique Welsh given name derived from the ancient word "Celt," signifying courageous and creative Celtic people. Introduced in English-speaking countries by Welsh immigrants in the 19th century, it gained popularity mid-20th century but remains relatively rare today.

KELVEON

Masculine

Recently coined name, first used in the late 20th century, blending "kel-" (Celtic: slender or bright-headed) and "-von" (Germanic: of).

KELVIN

Masculine

English name derived from the Old English word "cwelm", meaning "wise" or "strong-willed". It also has Scottish ties, linked to the Kelvin River. The name evolved from Saint Chelm, an Irish abbot, and gained popularity in the 19th century due to its association with the Kelvin temperature scale created by Lord Kelvin, a Scottish physicist. Today, Kelvin is seen as a powerful and wise name, fitting for those embodying strength of character.

KELVIN

Feminine

Scottish name derived from "ceulien," meaning "from the narrow lands," associated with the Kelvin River and named after its Celtic god. It's also tied to Lord Kelvin, the 19th-century physicist who developed the Kelvin temperature scale.

KELVINA

Feminine

Welsh name derived from "Cei", meaning "leader or chief" combined with "vina", signifying "friend". It translates to "leader of friends" or "chief among friends".

KELVION

Masculine

Distinctive Welsh name meaning 'strife', popularized for its strong sound despite potential negative connotation.

KELVIS

Masculine

African name of Ghanaian origin, assigned to children born on Tuesday in the Akan people's naming tradition, meaning "born on Tuesday.

KELVISHA

Feminine

African origin name derived from Swahili 'keli', meaning wealth, blending Kelly ('war') and Visha for uniqueness.

KELVON

Masculine

Distinctive African name of Igbo origin, meaning 'how are you?', traditionally used as a term of endearment for children, now popular worldwide despite its rarity.

KELVONTAE

Masculine

Unique African American name combining Kelvin (heat/fire) and Donte (gift of God), symbolizing warmth and divine gifts.

KELVONTE

Masculine

Unique African American name created by combining Kelvin ("of the sky") and Monte (short for Montrose, "from the bright hill").

KELVY

Masculine

Rare yet compelling Welsh name derived from "ceiliog," meaning "warlike" or "fierce.

KELVYN

Masculine

Rare yet significant Welsh name derived from "ceidio", meaning "to strive" or "to contend", symbolizing strength, determination, and perseverance.

KELWIN

Masculine

Uncommon name with unknown origins and no universally accepted meaning or history.

KELY

Feminine

Hawaiian origin, meaning 'the sea', derived from 'keli'. It honors Hawaiian culture and traditions.

KELY

Masculine

Irish origin name derived from Caeligh, meaning "beautiful as an oak".

KELYN

Masculine

Rare, beautiful Welsh name believed to mean 'harmony' or 'peace', reflecting its historic use since the 16th century.

KELYN

Feminine

Rare Welsh name derived from 'celynn', meaning 'hazel', signifying adaptability, resilience, strength, flexibility, and beauty in Celtic mythology.

KELYNN

Feminine

Rare yet charming Irish name derived from the surname 'O'Kelly', originally given to individuals with dark complexions.

KELYNN

Masculine

Irish-origin female name meaning "slender, fair-haired, or slender and fair".

KELYSE

Feminine

Elegant Irish name meaning "beauty" or "fair-haired".

KEM

Feminine

Rare, unisex name of African origin, meaning "God's creation" (Nigeria) or "black land" (Egypt).

KEM

Masculine

African name of Swahili origin meaning "pure" or "complete".

KEMA

Feminine

African name of Swahili origin, meaning "the moon" and symbolizing guidance through darkness.

KEMAJ

Masculine

Powerful Yoruba name meaning "stronger than all others".

KEMAL

Masculine

Turkish name that means "perfect" or "complete", popularized globally due to Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the founder of modern Turkey.

KEMANI

Feminine

African origin name meaning "the one who brings joy" in Swahili.

KEMANI

Masculine

African origin name derived from Swahili, meaning "moon" or "born during full moon.