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Kayal is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In Tamil tradition, it refers to a specific type of carp fish and also means 'freshwater fish' or can poetically represent eyes shaped like…
Keeleigh is a modern feminine name that represents a creative spelling variation of the more traditional Kelly or Keeley. With Irish roots, this name combines the meaning "warrior" or "bright-headed"…
Nordic variation of Keziah, Hebrew
"cassia tree"
A soft form of Keziah used in Nordic countries, predominantly Norway.
Khristian is a feminine variation of the traditional male name Christian, featuring a distinctive spelling with Slavic or Greek influences. Derived from the Greek word "christos" meaning "anointed…
Arabic and Swahili
"part of a mountain; beautiful"
Kinda is a rare and pretty name with Swahili and Arabic roots. It rhymes with Linda rather than the colloquial combination of the words "kind of" — although many people will mispronounce it as such.
Kindra is a feminine name that emerged in the mid-20th century as a creative variation, possibly derived from the word "kin" or as a blend of names like Kimberly and Sandra. It may also relate to the…
Hungarian, Polish
"brave"
Though the name Kinga has penetrated the international consciousness via the Slovakian model Kinga Rajzak, it's a rare choice for American baby girls: Only six were named Kinga last year. Is that…
Kingslee is a feminine name that blends royal connotations with modern styling. This contemporary creation combines 'king' with the popular suffix 'lee/leigh' (meaning meadow or clearing), creating a…
Kioni is a feminine name with African origins, particularly from the Kikuyu language of Kenya, where it means 'someone who comes with rain' or 'one who comes in the rain.' This beautiful name carries…
Variation of Kipton
This spelling variation of the preppy surname Kipton leans feminine.
Krislynn is a modern feminine name that represents the creative blending naming trend popular in recent decades. It combines elements of traditional names like Kristine or Kristen with the popular…
Kyley is a feminine name representing a modern variation of Kylie, which itself originated as an Australian Aboriginal name meaning 'boomerang.' This contemporary spelling adds a unique twist while…
Kyli is a modern feminine name that represents a contemporary spelling variation of Kylie. While Kylie originated as an Australian Aboriginal name meaning 'boomerang,' Kyli offers a streamlined…
Kyria is a feminine name with Greek roots, derived from 'kyrios' meaning 'lord' or 'master.' The feminine form essentially translates to 'lady' or 'mistress.' It carries an air of dignity and…
Laiah is a modern feminine name with various possible origins. It may be a variant spelling of Laya, which derives from Hebrew meaning "weary" or could be related to Leah, meaning "delicate" or…
English, French
"the rose"
An unusual French surname which may have been given to someone with a rosy complexion, or a combination of the floral name Rose with the popular La- prefix. British TV personality Lauren Goodger…
Leilia is a melodic feminine name that appears to be a variation of Leila or Layla. With origins spanning Arabic and Persian cultures, the name carries the beautiful meaning of 'night' or 'dark…
Modern feminization of Levi, Hebrew
"joined, attached"
This rare girl name returned to the US charts in 2020 after a gap of over 60 years. It's appealing and nickname-like... but more parents nowadays just use the spelling Levi for their daughters.
Greek, diminutive of Alexis
Lexis is a condensation of Alexis, or the expression of a wish to drive a Lexus. Go with the longer form.
Diminutive of Elizabeth, Hebrew
"pledged to God"
The ultra-rare name Libba is an offshoot of Elizabeth that has been used sparingly over the ages. It feels like a more substantial form of Libby, although Libby itself is much more common. You may be…
