Female and male names starting with the letter "K" .
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KITT
MasculineDistinct Scottish name derived from the word 'kit', meaning 'cheerful'.
KITTEN
FeminineAmerican-origin given name, derived from 'kitten', meaning young cat, associated with playfulness and cuteness.
KITTI
FeminineKitti, of Hungarian origin, means 'snake' and echoes the strength and grace associated with this ancient symbol.
KITTIE
FeminineRare English female given name, likely derived from Katherine, which means 'pure' or 'clear'.
KITTY
FeminineCharming and unique name derived from the Middle English word 'kit', meaning cat. It began as a human name in the 16th century, often used as a diminutive of Catherine or Katherine.
KITTYE
FeminineAmerican girl's name derived from the German name Cäcilie, meaning 'blind', although it is not directly associated with blindness.
KITWANA
MasculineShona name from Zimbabwe meaning "one who has returned" or "one who comes back," symbolizing resilience and perseverance.
KITZA
FeminineEnigmatic name of unknown origin, often associated with speculative meanings like 'fox spirit' in Japanese culture.
KITZI
FeminineDistinctive Hebrew girl's name meaning "written", associated with literature and creativity.
KITZIA
FeminineUnique female given name of Greek origin, meaning "whisker" or "mustache," and associated with beauty and grace through its connection to the Hesperides in Hesiod's "Theogony.
KITZIE
FeminineUncommon given name with unknown origins, no known meaning, and it's not associated with any particular culture or language.
KITZYA
FeminineOriginal name with unknown origins, possibly meaning 'pure' or 'free-spirited', gaining popularity in recent years.
KIUNA
FeminineAfrican name from Kenya's Luo community, signifying "the first light of dawn" and embodying hope and new beginnings.
KIVA
FeminineUnique Hebrew given name derived from "kevah," meaning "gathering.
KIVA
MasculineHebrew-derived unisex name that means "gathering place" or "like Hive," referencing ancient Israelite warriors' meeting spots. It's also associated with the Apache tribe's meaning of "life." Despite its uniqueness, Kiva has gained international recognition through notable figures like actress Kiva Allgood.
KIVAAN
MasculineDistinct Finnish name derived from 'kiva', meaning 'sharp' or 'keen', gaining popularity for its unconventional sound and meaning.
KIVAN
MasculineIranian name meaning 'small, dark grape,' dating back to ancient Persia and associated with abundance and beauty.
KIVEN
MasculineFinnish unisex name derived from 'kivi', meaning 'stone', reflecting enduring strength.
KIVIN
MasculineUnique Finnish given name derived from "kivi," meaning "stone" or "rock," symbolizing strength and durability.
KIVON
MasculineAfrican origin name derived from Yoruba culture in Nigeria, potentially linked to the god Ogun and signifying strength.
KIWAN
MasculineDistinctive African name from Nigeria, derived from Yoruba language, meaning "independence" ("Ki") and "arrival" ("Wan").
KIWANA
FeminineKiwana, of Nigerian origin, means "God's gift" and is traditionally given to girls born on Tuesday.
KIWANDA
FeminineSwahili-derived name meaning "beach" or "coast," symbolizing connection to Africa's coastal regions.
KIWANE
MasculineRare African given name of Mandinka origin, meaning 'born on a Tuesday'.
KIWANIS
FeminineEnergetic and distinctive name of Ojibwe origin meaning "We make noise," reflecting its lively spirit.
KIWANNA
FeminineUncommon African-American name created by combining Kiara (Italian for 'clear') and Wanda (German/Polish for 'wanderer' or 'feminine power'), with no specific meaning.
KIWON
MasculineKorean unisex name composed of "Ki" (wisdom) and "Won" (harmony), embodying both intelligence and peace.
KIX
MasculineUnique given name of unknown origin, with no definitive records or sources indicating its meaning or etymology. While some speculate it may be a variant spelling of Keith, there's no concrete evidence to support this theory. Despite its mysterious background, Kix has been used for centuries and can be found in various cultures around the world today.
KIYA
MasculineAfrican name of Egyptian origin, translating to 'my soul'.
KIYA
FeminineUnique African name of Swahili origin that means "life" or "living one," carrying profound significance rooted in African tradition and history.
KIYAAN
MasculineUncommon, unisex name of Indian origin, derived from the Sanskrit word "Kirayana," meaning "the act of bestowing or granting." Historically, it was used by ancient Indian royalty to denote benevolence and generosity.
KIYAANSH
MasculinePersian boy's name meaning 'engineer', historically held by chief engineers during the Safavid dynasty.
KIYAH
FeminineUnique unisex name of African origin, derived from the Swahili word "kiya" meaning life, often chosen to bring good fortune and health.
KIYAIR
MasculineAfrican origin name of Yoruba descent, meaning "power that arrives," signifying latent strength awaiting the right moment to emerge.
KIYAMI
FeminineIntriguing Japanese girls' name with ancient roots meaning "pure darkness".
KIYAN
FemininePersian unisex name derived from "key," meaning "ancient" and associated with wisdom and knowledge. It also shares the name of a mythical bird, Simorgh, known for its ancient wisdom in Persian mythology. Historically popular during Persia's Islamic Golden Age, Kiyan is pronounced "kee-yan.
KIYAN
MasculinePersian name derived from "kyanid", meaning "ruby", associated with legendary blacksmith Kaveh. It signifies strength, courage, and beauty.
KIYANA
FeminineKiyana, of Persian origin, means 'pure' or 'spotless', embodying innocence and virtue.
KIYANAH
FeminineBeautiful, Persian-origin name meaning 'radiant light'.
KIYANI
FeminineAttractive African name of Yoruba origin meaning 'beautiful'.