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Boy Cat Names That Start With K

  1. Kenichi

    • Origin:

      Japanese

    • Meaning:

      "wise one"

    • Description:

      Common Japanese name from the '60s-'80s. In Japan it's now associated with the Manga series Kenichi: the Mightiest Disciple.
  2. Kyo

    • Origin:

      Japanese

    • Meaning:

      "village; capital city; apricot; unite"

    • Description:

      Also written as Kyō, this Japanese name makes a simple, sweet, yet spirited name for a son. Like many Japanese names, the meaning alters depending on which kanji are used, but Kyo can mean "unite, co-operate", "capital city", or "apricot".
  3. Kirby

    • Origin:

      Norse

    • Meaning:

      "church settlement"

    • Description:

      Attractive British place-name with a sense of humor. Fun fact: John Wayne played five characters with the first or second name of Kirby.
  4. Kimball

    • Origin:

      Welsh

    • Meaning:

      "warrior chief"

    • Description:

      Now that Kimberly is no longer one of the top girl names, Kim or long form Kimball feel more gender neutral.
  5. Kenyon

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "white haired or blond"

    • Description:

      Kenyon is a very engaging British surname name, the middle y giving it a kind of southwestern canyonesque undertone.
  6. Kiwini

    • Description:

      Kiwini is a masculine name with likely Polynesian origins, particularly associated with Hawaiian naming traditions. While not among the most common Hawaiian names, it reflects the melodic quality and vowel patterns typical of names from Pacific Island cultures. In Hawaiian contexts, name meanings often connect to nature, family qualities, or circumstances of birth, though specific translations can vary. Kiwini has a rhythmic, flowing quality with its alternating consonants and vowels. The name remains quite rare outside of Pacific Islander communities, making it a distinctive choice that carries cultural associations with Hawaii and Polynesian heritage. Its musical sound and exotic feel might appeal to parents seeking a name connected to Pacific island cultures or those drawn to names with a melodic, distinctive quality.

  7. Kwan

    • Origin:

      Korean

    • Meaning:

      "strong"

    • Description:

      An Asian name that would be easily understood in this country.
  8. Knoll

    • Origin:

      English and German surname

    • Meaning:

      "dweller near the hill; lump"

    • Description:

      An architectural take on Noel. Knoll honors Florence Knoll, the Michigan-born modernist architect and furniture designer. Her namesake company still produces her designs today.
  9. Kitty

    • Description:

      Traditionally a feminine nickname for Katherine — the male usage of Kitty is entirely made up of cats.
  10. Kennelly

    • Origin:

      Gaelic

    • Meaning:

      "male descendant of a wolf"

    • Description:

      Kennelly could be an upbeat modern namesake for a Grandpa Kenneth; it can also be spelled Kenneally.