Names ending in a
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Kieara
Kieara is a feminine name representing a modern spelling variation of Kiara or Ciara. The name has multiple potential origins: it may derive from the Italian 'chiara' meaning 'bright' or 'clear,'…
Kiearra
Kiearra is a feminine name that emerged in the late 20th century as a creative variation of names like Kiara, Ciara, or Kiera. These names have varied origins, including the Irish name Ciara meaning…
Kiela
Kiela is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variation of Kiara (meaning 'light' or 'clear' in Italian) or Kayla (from Irish Gaelic meaning 'slim and fair'). In some contexts,…
Kiera
Irish
"little dark one"
Kiera entered the American popularity list in 1988, though it lags behind the alternate spelling Keira, largely due to the fame of actress Keira Knightley. The original Irish spelling is Ciara, the…
Kierra
American, invented name
Adding an extra 'R' to Kiera makes it rhyme with the fashionable Sierra. Kierra is a more distinctive choice than Kiera, Keira, or Kyra, all similarly pronounced, but there may be some pronunciation…
Kija
Chinese or Aboriginal, meaning unknown
Kija was a legendary king who brought Chinese civilization -- including rice and writing -- to the Korean people, probably in the 2nd century BC. Kija is also the name of a group of Aboriginal people…
Kika
Variation of Francisca, Spanish
"from France or free man"
Cute diminutive of Francisca.
Kikilia
Hawaiian variation of Cecilia
This Hawaiian name breathes new (warm) life into the traditional Cecilia and offers the added attraction of the spunky "Kiki" as an obvious nickname option.
Kilala
Sanskrit
"ambrosia"
Kilala is a rhythmic, lilting name that has emerged from the romance and adventure manga series, Kilala Princess. Its double 'l's are very much in synch with others such as Lila, Lola, Lilac, et al.
Kilea
Kilea is a feminine name with multiple potential origins, possibly derived from Hawaiian elements meaning 'clear' or 'bright,' or as a variation of the Irish name Kilian. This melodic three-syllable…
Kilikikopa
Kilikikopa is an extremely rare masculine name with likely Polynesian origins, specifically possibly Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander roots. The melodic quality with alternating consonants and…
Kilikina
Kilikina is a feminine Hawaiian name that means 'Christina' or 'follower of Christ,' representing the Hawaiian adaptation of the Greek name. In Hawaiian naming tradition, foreign names were often…
Killa
Quechua
"moon"
If you can see past its violent first syllable, Killa actually has a sweet sound and lovely meaning.
Kima
Kima is a feminine name with diverse cultural origins. In African languages, particularly Swahili, it relates to 'that which is on the hill' suggesting elevation and prominence. In Japanese contexts,…
Kima
Kima is a masculine name with diverse cultural origins. In Swahili, it means "that which is on the hill" or can relate to "one who moves mountains." Some sources connect it to Japanese origins…
Kimana
Native American, Shoshone
"butterfly"
Kimana, the name of a resort in the foothills of Mountain Kilimanjaro in Kenya, would make an unexpected path to the nickname Kim.
Kimaya
Kimaya is a feminine name with roots in multiple cultures. In Sanskrit, it means 'divine' or 'magical,' while some sources suggest it combines the Japanese 'kimi' (you) with 'aya' (colorful). In…
Kimba
Variation of Kimberly
Judge Kimba Wood, failed Clinton nominee for attorney general, made us aware of this one, but few baby namers picked it up. Kim, Kimberly, and all her variations are taking a well-deserved rest.
Kimbria
Kimbria is a feminine name with Celtic origins, likely derived from the ancient name for Wales, 'Cymru' or 'Cambria.' It represents a feminine form related to the masculine name Kimberly, which…
Kimia
Kimia is a feminine name with Persian origins, where it means 'alchemy' or 'chemistry.' In Persian culture, the concept of kimia relates to transformation and the ancient pursuit of turning base…