Female and male names starting with the letter "K" .
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KIERSTAN
FeminineCaptivating Irish name derived from "Cíarán," meaning "little dark one." It's associated with strength, intelligence, and charm, and has ties to ancient Irish mythology like King Cían.
KIERSTEN
FeminineScandinavian feminine name derived from Old Norse elements "kjer" meaning "boat" or "ship," and "sten" meaning "stone.
KIERSTEN
MasculineScandinavian female given name derived from Old Norse elements 'kjar' meaning 'army' and 'sten' meaning 'stone'. It gained popularity in English-speaking countries during the late 20th century as an alternative spelling to Kirsten or Kirstin.
KIERSTI
FeminineRare yet powerful Scandinavian female name derived from Old Norse words "kjar" meaning "to fight" and "stirni" meaning "strength", translating to "strong in battle".
KIERSTIE
FeminineDistinctive Scottish name derived from the surname Kirpatrick or Kerrpatrick, meaning 'dark-haired' or 'brave', with 'Patrick' referring to the Irish saint.
KIERSTIN
FeminineScandinavian female name of Old Norse origin, meaning "Christian," derived from the word "kjersten.
KIERSTON
FeminineUnique Scottish given name derived from the surname Kirriston, meaning "settlement near the church.
KIERSTON
MasculineUnique Scottish given name derived from Cináed son, meaning "enduring" or "constant".
KIERSTY
FeminineRare Irish female given name derived from the surname "Mac Giolla Chaluim," meaning "son of the servant of Saint Columba.
KIERSTYN
FeminineIrish girl's name meaning 'pure', derived from Caitlin, with historical significance in Irish mythology.
KIERSTYNN
FeminineModern, original name of unknown origin with no established meaning, coined by parents seeking uniqueness and first appearing in the United States in the late 20th century.
KIERSYN
FeminineUnique girl's name of unknown origin, allowing for individual interpretation and evoking images of strength and independence.
KIERYN
MasculineIrish origin name meaning "little dark one," derived from the ancient Irish name Ciaran. It has numerous variations but remains distinct and often associated with intelligence and creativity.
KIERYN
FeminineRare Irish name derived from 'Ciarán,' meaning 'little dark one.'
KIESA
FeminineRare Scandinavian female given name derived from the Old Norse word 'kjas', meaning 'strife' or 'quarrel'. Despite its potential negativity, it has an appealing charm and strength, making it an attractive choice for parents seeking something distinctive.
KIESEL
FeminineUncommon German given name derived from 'kīsel', meaning vinegar.
KIESHA
FeminineCaptivating African-American name created by Virginia Hamilton for her novel "The House of Dies Dreaming," first appearing in 1968.
KIESHAWN
MasculineUnique male name of African-American origin, created by blending Kevin ("handsome") and Shawn ("god is gracious").
KIESHIA
FeminineAfrican name of Yoruba origin, meaning "I have found favor" or "God has answered my prayers".
KIESTON
MasculineAfrican name of Igbo origin meaning 'creating sound' or 'making music'.
KIET
MasculineVietnamese name meaning "intelligent" or "clever", popularized during the Nguyen Dynasty (1802-1945).
KIETH
MasculineKeith is a Scottish name derived from Cionaoth, meaning 'sharp or wide', traditionally associated with the Keith Clan.
KIEU
FeminineVietnamese origin and is deeply rooted in literature and tradition, representing strength, resilience, and elegance.
KIEV
MasculineUnique Ukrainian boys' name meaning "city of hills" or "the land on high", derived from the city name Kyïv, Ukraine's capital founded by brothers Kyi, Lybi, and Schek in 482 AD.
KIEVA
FeminineUnique Ukrainian feminine name derived from the city Kyiv, meaning "the mother of rivers.
KIEVAN
MasculineSlavic origin, derived from the city of Kiev in Ukraine, meaning 'from or belonging to Kiev'.
KIEVON
MasculineUnique unisex name of Ukrainian origin, derived from Kyiv, the historic capital city founded by Viking chief Rurik in 882. It carries connotations of power and resilience, signifying leadership in Slavic culture.
KIEYA
FeminineBeautiful African Yoruba name meaning "beauty," signifying elegance and grace.
KIEYANA
FeminineAfrican name meaning "beautiful one".
KIEZER
MasculineRecently coined, distinctive boy's name with no known origin or meaning.
KIFFANY
FeminineFrench-derived name meaning 'pleasure' or 'bliss', conveying an association with happiness and satisfaction.
KIFFIN
FeminineUncommon English given name derived from 'kivere', meaning 'to quarrel', but historically associated with peace and harmony.
KIGEN
MasculineCaptivating African name of Maasai origin, translating to "one born during difficult times.
KIHANA
FeminineRare Hawaiian name meaning "the light appears," associated with the god of light in Hawaiian mythology who brought daylight to the world after darkness.
KIHANNA
FeminineIntriguing name of uncertain African or Native American origin, with various spellings and meanings attributed based on personal preferences and cultural influences.
KIHARA
FeminineModern Japanese given name meaning 'the tree's belt', conveying strength and resilience.
KIHEEM
MasculineUnique Hawaiian name derived from 'Ki', meaning 'to meet', combined with 'Heem', meaning 'the wind'.
KIHLANI
FeminineRare, unique Hawaiian name, believed to blend 'Ki' (to see) and 'hala' (Hawaiian tree), though its exact meaning remains unclear.
KIHRY
MasculineAfrican name of Ashanti origin from Ghana, meaning 'noble'.
KIIARA
FeminineUnique American female name created by Kiari Kendrell Ceballos, professionally known as Kiiara, with no explicit meaning but often interpreted as "little" or "beautiful." It gained popularity since 2014 due to her successful music career and collaborations with prominent artists.