Female and male names starting with the letter "K" .
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KANALOA
MasculineHawaiian given name originating from the deity Kanaloa, meaning "the one who dwells in the ocean," associated with the sea, calm winds, and healing powers.
KANALU
MasculineHawaiian name meaning "calm" or "peaceful," reflecting the tranquility of the Hawaiian Islands.
KANAME
MasculineJapanese unisex name that combines 'KANA' (fragrance) and 'ME' (eye), symbolizing beauty or elegance, and believed to bring good fortune.
KANAME
FeminineThe Japanese name Kaname, composed of 'かな' meaning sound and 'め' representing 'me', signifies 'sound of the letter me'.
KANAMI
FeminineJapanese given name of both male and female usage, composed of 'KANA' meaning 'fragrance' and 'MI' meaning 'beautiful,' signifying 'Beautiful Fragrance.'
KANAN
FeminineHebrew unisex given name derived from "kanaf," meaning "wing." It signifies "like an angel" or "winged one.
KANAN
MasculineDistinctive Hebrew name meaning 'established' or 'firm', symbolizing stability and resilience, popular among devout Jewish families and now recognized as unisex globally despite its rarity.
KANANI
FeminineStriking Hawaiian girl's name, originating from 'kana' meaning 'to write or compose', and 'ni' meaning 'the second'. It signifies 'the second composition'.
KANANI
MasculineStriking Hawaiian name derived from "kanaka," meaning "person" or "man.
KANARD
MasculineDistinctive Scandinavian name derived from the Old Norse word "kanari," meaning "canary." Traditionally given to boys believed destined for greatness, this historic moniker remains popular worldwide despite its rare usage.
KANARI
MasculineUnisex Japanese name meaning 'canary', symbolizing brightness and happiness, and associated with good luck and prosperity.
KANARI
FeminineRare Japanese name derived from 'kanari', meaning 'crane', symbolizing longevity and good fortune.
KANARIA
FeminineUnique Polynesian given name derived from Tahitian word "kanaha", meaning 'flamingo', often bestowed upon girls as a symbol of beauty and grace.
KANARIE
FeminineDutch masculine given name meaning 'canary', derived from the Latin word for canary birds and popularized by Multatuli's novel "Max Havelaar".
KANARY
FeminineRare yet captivating unisex name derived from the Greek word 'kánaris', meaning 'to sing' or 'song', inspired by the enchanting melody of the canary bird.
KANASHA
FeminineUnique Swahili name meaning 'God's gift'.
KANASIA
FeminineAfrican name from Swahili culture meaning "patience".
KANAV
MasculineIndian name of Sanskrit origin, meaning 'merchant' or 'trader', associated with the Hindu god Krishna.
KANAVIS
MasculineAfrican-derived name meaning "sweet" or "lovely," originally used among Kenyan royalty for girls but now popular worldwide as a unisex name conveying elegance.
KANAYA
FeminineHistoric Japanese given name that means 'healthy eight', symbolizing longevity and prosperity.
KANCHAN
FeminineIndian origin name derived from Sanskrit, meaning 'golden' or 'shining'.
KANDA
FeminineJapanese given name derived from 'kanda', meaning 'castle' or 'fortress'. It honors heritage, strength and nobility.
KANDACE
FeminineUnique female name of American origin, created by author Mildred Wirt Benson for her iconic detective character Nancy Drew in the early 20th century. While its meaning is not explicitly defined, some interpret it as a combination of "Kandy" and "Ace," suggesting qualities such as sweetness, wisdom, and excellence.
KANDANCE
FeminineKandace is a rare American feminine name with Ethiopian origins, meaning "queen," popularized in the early 20th century due to its association with the Ethiopian Eunuch in biblical history.
KANDAS
FeminineIndian origin name derived from Tamil, meaning 'mountain'. It signifies strength, courage, and victory, associated with legendary hero Kanda Dasa and Hindu deity Murugan.
KANDE
FeminineAfrican name of Mende origin, meaning "sweet," reflecting charm and pleasantness.
KANDEE
FeminineAmerican name created by Kandee Johnson, a renowned makeup artist, reflecting her vibrant personality despite lacking traditional meaning.
KANDEN
MasculineRare African name derived from the Fulani language, meaning "to walk" or "to travel," possibly signifying journeying or movement.
KANDENCE
FeminineKandace is an American feminine name meaning 'truthfulness', derived from the Latin word 'cando'. It's often associated with honesty and openness.
KANDHAN
MasculineIndian, specifically Tamil, boy's name meaning "to grow" or "increase," traditionally associated with good fortune. It holds historical significance as it was the childhood name of Lord Krishna, a major Hindu deity.
KANDI
FeminineUnique African female name derived from Swahili 'kande', meaning 'to sing'. It signifies joy and musical talent.
KANDIA
FeminineAfrican origin name, specifically Swahili, meaning 'to build' or 'construct'.
KANDIA
MasculineOriginating in Africa, Kandia is derived from the Swahili name Khandia. It signifies 'graceful and elegant' and is typically used as a female given name.
KANDICE
FeminineAmerican female name created by combining Candy and Nicole, conveying sweetness and sophistication. It may mean "victory of the people" or simply "victorious.
KANDIDA
FeminineDistinctive Spanish girl's name derived from the Latin word 'candidus', meaning 'pure white' or 'spotless'.
KANDIE
FeminineRare and engaging name of Fulani origins from West Africa, meaning 'to meet' or 'to encounter.'
KANDIS
FeminineGreek-derived name meaning 'cinnamon', carrying a warm and inviting connotation.
KANDISE
FeminineAfrican feminine name of Akan origin, meaning 'born on Tuesday'.
KANDISS
FeminineAfrican American originated name, derived from Candace and Vanessa, with no specific meaning but embodying cultural heritage and pride.
KANDLE
FeminineRare African first name, likely meaning "light" in some Bantu languages. Its origins lie predominantly within Kenyan, Tanzanian, and Congolese communities.