Female and male names starting with the letter "K" .
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KOFFI
MasculineRare male given name of African origin, translating from Ewe language as "one who has returned". Traditionally given in Togo to honor deceased siblings, it signifies hope and renewal.
KOFI
MasculineAfrican name of Akan origin, traditionally given to boys born on a Friday, meaning "born on a Friday.
KOFI
FeminineAkan name for boys born on a Friday, translating to 'born on Friday'.
KOGAN
MasculineSlavic name meaning "all", associated with strength and courage, historically popular amongst ancient Slavs and now gaining popularity worldwide.
KOH
MasculineRare Japanese given name meaning 'ambitious', often associated with high aspirations and used for both boys and girls.
KOHAN
MasculineRare Persian name meaning "king" or "ruler," notably held by the renowned 12th-century polymath Kohe Nour'Din.
KOHANA
FeminineTraditional Japanese girl's name meaning "small flower," originating from ancient Old Japanese word.
KOHARU
FeminineJapanese given name composed of the characters for 'light' (ko) and 'spring' (haru), meaning "light of spring". It has been associated with renewal, beauty, and hope since ancient times, and was often chosen by parents in feudal Japan to bring good fortune. Notable figures like Oharu have borne this name throughout history. Today, it remains popular for its lovely sound and positive associations, embodying traditional Japanese culture while offering uniqueness and meaning.
KOHEI
MasculineClassic Japanese boy's name, composed of 'ko' (light) and 'hei' (prosperity), signifying 'flourishing brightly'. Once popular, it has been borne by notable figures like singer-songwriter Kohei Kudo.
KOHEN
FeminineHebrew name meaning 'priest', originating from the biblical lineage of Aaron's descendants, carrying a strong sense of Jewish tradition and faith.
KOHEN
MasculineAncient Hebrew name denoting members of the priestly caste in Judaism, tracing back to Aaron, Moses' brother and first High Priest.
KOHENN
MasculineHebrew name meaning "priest," tracing back to Aaron, the first High Priest, and carried by many prominent figures in Jewish history.
KOHIN
MasculineUnique Japanese girls' name meaning "female student," associated with intelligence, dedication, and hard work.
KOHINOOR
FemininePersian girl's name meaning "Mountain of Light," derived from the legendary Koh-i-Noor diamond.
KOHL
MasculineGerman-origin unisex name derived from 'kohle', meaning coal or charcoal, suggesting reliability and potential.
KOHLBY
MasculineAmerican given name created by Stephenie Meyer for her Twilight series character Kohl Coldwell. It has no known historical significance or meaning beyond its literary origins.
KOHLE
MasculineGerman origin, meaning 'coal', and was historically used for boys in Germany.
KOHLEE
FeminineDistinct given name of uncertain origin, potentially Hebrew or Irish, with the meanings "precious stone" or "girl.
KOHLER
MasculineGerman surname derived from the Old High German word "chûhal," meaning "cabbage.
KOHLMAN
MasculineRare German given name derived from 'kolm,' meaning 'charcoal burner' or 'coal merchant.'
KOHLSON
MasculineUncommon English name derived from Old Norse Cole, meaning "charcoal," introduced to England by Viking settlers.
KOHLSTON
MasculineAmerican invented name by Stephenie Meyer, used in her Twilight series but not officially recognized as a given name. Its meaning and history are unknown due to its recent creation and limited use.
KOHLTEN
MasculineRare German male name derived from the ancient Germanic tribe Chatten or Hatti, meaning "strength" and "courage".
KOHLTON
MasculineRare American given name of German origin meaning 'charcoal', suggesting strength and boldness.
KOHNER
MasculineRare German-origin given name meaning "empty" or "hollow," possibly symbolizing calmness or connection to nature. Notable bearers include film director Hans Kohner and actor Jonathan Kohner.
KOHYN
FeminineUnique name of unknown origin and meaning, believed to be either derived from the Hebrew name Cohen or an invented name, gaining popularity despite its mysterious roots.
KOHYN
MasculineUncommon name of unknown origin, gaining popularity in recent years among English-speaking families despite its mysterious meaning. It is often associated with positivity and uniqueness, and lacks any traditionally associated namesakes or figures from history or mythology.
KOI
FeminineJapanese male given name derived from the Kanji character "鯉," meaning carp, symbolizing strength and courage.
KOI
MasculineJapanese given name that means "love" or "affection", popular for both boys and girls in Japan. It has historic roots dating back to ancient times and is associated with traditional Japanese art and literature.
KOICHI
MasculineTraditional Japanese male given name originating from ancient times, composed of 'ko' meaning "happiness" and 'ichi' meaning "one," translating to "first happiness".
KOIR
FeminineDistinctively African name, derived from the Yoruba people's rich cultural heritage. Despite no universal meaning, it holds deep significance for families who bear it, often symbolizing lineage or cultural identity.
KOJAK
MasculineJapanese name meaning 'small child', popularized by 'JoJo's Bizarre Adventure' character Josuke Higashikata.
KOJI
MasculineRare Japanese given name with an unknown origin and meaning, though it may derive from "ko" (child) and "ji" (earth). Popularized internationally due to its uniqueness, its exact significance remains unclear despite speculation linking it to literary references or natural elements.
KOJIRO
MasculineJapanese boy's name that can mean "lightning thunder child" or "small thunder", reflecting its origin from the kanji characters "ko" (光/小) and "kaminari" (雷).
KOJO
MasculineGhanaian name derived from the Akan language meaning "born on a Monday.
KOKEETA
FeminineKokeeta is of Hawaiian origin, derived from 'kōke'e', meaning "breeze" or "gust". It signifies freedom and energy, also associating with the Hawaiian deity Kāne who embodies life, light, and breezes.
KOKETA
FeminineDistinctive African name of Yoruba origin, translating to 'I have been satisfied', symbolizing contentment.
KOKI
MasculineJapanese name meaning 'fast' or 'swift', traditionally given during times of change.
KOKO
FeminineUnique unisex Japanese name meaning 'child of thought', composed of the characters 子 (ko) for child and 考 (kō) for consideration or thought.
KOKOMI
FeminineUnique Japanese girl's name derived from '高' (tall) and '美' (beauty), meaning 'towering beauty'.