Female and male names starting with the letter "K" .
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KERISHA
FeminineAfrican name of Yoruba origin meaning "She who brings happiness.
KERISSA
FeminineCaptivating Greek name derived from "keras", meaning "horn". In Greek mythology, Kerissa was the nymph who nursed infant Zeus on Mount Ida in Crete.
KERISTEN
FeminineUnique Welsh name derived from "cerddwr," meaning "walker." Historically associated with wanderlust and medieval bards, it symbolizes creativity and independence.
KERITH
FeminineUnique Hebrew female given name derived from "keriyth", meaning 'honeycomb'. It first appeared in the Bible as the name of a widow who aided Elijah.
KERIYAH
FeminineAfrican name of Nigerian origin, meaning "God answers" or "God has answered," reflecting deep spiritual connection and resilience.
KERK
MasculineUnique Dutch given name derived from the word "kerk," meaning "church." It has traditionally been used for boys but can also be given to girls. Despite its religious origin, Kerk is not considered a biblical name and does not have any historical figures associated with it. Its meaning is simply "church," but it also embodies ideas of community, tradition, and spiritual connection. Today, Kerk remains relatively uncommon outside the Netherlands but continues to be used by families honoring Dutch heritage or appreciating unique names.
KERL
FeminineGerman-origin given name derived from the Germanic word 'ker', meaning 'spear', translating to 'strong man' or 'warrior'.
KERLENS
MasculineRare and unique given name of Breton origin, translating to "little dark head" or "dark-haired one.
KERLIN
FeminineKerlin: An uncommon yet captivating Irish name derived from O'Cearbhaill, meaning "spear" and symbolizing strength and power.
KERLINE
FeminineFrench origin, derived from 'cerise', meaning cherry, and was given to girls born with cherubic appearances or during cherry blossom season.
KERLY
FeminineAfrican-inspired female name created by author Zora Neale Hurston in her 1937 novel "Their Eyes Were Watching God." While its meaning is not explicitly defined, some associate it with words like 'curl' or interpret it as 'dark-haired beauty.' Despite its fictional origin, Kerly has gained popularity among those appreciating unique names and celebrates individuality.
KERLYHT
FeminineRare, unique given name of unknown origin, with various speculative interpretations of its meaning.
KERLYN
FeminineUnique unisex name of Irish origin, derived from the Gaelic word "Cearbhall," meaning "strong as a deer.
KERMA
FeminineAncient Sudanese feminine name from the city of Kerma in the historic kingdom of Kush. It signifies strength, power, and resilience.
KERMAN
MasculineAncient Persian name derived from the historic city of Kermān in southeastern Iran, renowned for its trade along the Silk Road and once ruled by Shahrukh Mirzai during a prosperous reign.
KERMET
MasculineRare, unique name of unknown origin and meaning, used sporadically throughout history with no consistent pattern.
KERMINA
FeminineRare Latin-derived given name, originally meaning "louse" and once used mockingly, but now often associated with strength and resilience.
KERMIT
MasculineRare given name of Scottish origin, derived from Cormac which means "chariot rider" or "warlike". It's believed to have emerged as a variant spelling of this ancient name over time, with no direct connection to the famous Muppet character Kermit the Frog.
KERMIT
FeminineUncommon Irish name derived from the surname "Cirrimidhe," translating to "left-handed.
KERMITH
MasculineWelsh name meaning "honey" or "sweet", originally given to one of King Arthur's brave Knights of the Round Table, known for his courage in battle despite his gentle nature.
KERMITT
MasculineKermit is an American given name of Irish origin meaning "honor" or "fame", popularized by Jim Henson's famous Muppet character, Kermit the Frog.
KERMON
MasculineRare Welsh name derived from "cyrn," meaning "round" or "circle," associated with strength and resilience.
KERN
MasculineRare, noble Welsh name meaning 'chief' or 'leader', popular among early Welsh nobility.
KERNELL
MasculineRare Welsh given name derived from the surname "Cynwyl," meaning "ancient" or "old." It signifies wisdom and tradition associated with age.
KERNEY
MasculineRare, Irish-derived given name that means 'descendant of little blacksmith.'
KERNIE
MasculineFrench name of Germanic origin derived from "kern," meaning "strong" or "powerful.
KERNIS
MasculineRare French given name derived from 'kern', meaning 'kernel' or 'core'. It was historically popular among Breton-influenced regions in France during the Middle Ages.
KERNISHA
FeminineUncommon yet beautiful African name from Ghana's Ashanti people, meaning "she brings happiness.
KEROLOS
MasculineUncommon yet meaningful name of ancient Egyptian origin, derived from 'Kher-ah-wes', meaning 'The Ka (spirit) is Ra'.
KERON
FeminineUnique name of unknown origin, often thought to derive from Irish 'Cieran' meaning "little dark one," or Welsh origins potentially meaning "sea-born" or "song of the sea." Its true history and meaning remain uncertain.
KERON
MasculineRare, mysterious name with no known origin or meaning.
KERR
MasculineDistinctive male given name of Scottish origin, derived from 'carr', meaning 'cauldron', a symbol of wealth and status in ancient Scotland.
KERRA
FeminineIrish female name meaning "dark-haired".
KERRAH
FeminineThe name Kerrah, meaning "splendid sun", is of Arabic origin and has been used for centuries as a unique and distinct name for girls in the Arab world.
KERRE
FeminineDistinctive unisex name of Welsh origin, meaning 'love' or 'affection'.
KERRELL
MasculineUnique African American name believed to derive from the Irish Gaelic surname "Mac Carthaigh," meaning "son of Carthach," with an uncertain but distinctive appeal.
KERREN
FeminineRare yet captivating given name of Welsh origin, derived from "cerdd", meaning "song" or "music". Historically given to girls but now unisex, it evokes creativity and harmony.
KERREY
FeminineRare Irish given name derived from the historic surname Ó Ceallaigh, meaning 'descendant of Ceallach', and associated with notable figures like John Kerry.
KERRI
MasculineIrish name derived from the Gaelic word "Céad", meaning "first".
KERRI
FeminineIrish female given name derived from the county Kerry in Ireland, meaning "the people of Ciar," a legendary king of Munster. It has been used as a given name since the mid-20th century.