Names Ending in K for Girls

Anouk, made famous by French actress Anouk Aimée, is a singular name with a lovely sound and a Bohemian feel. Anouk Aimée was born as Francoise, but adopted the first name of the character she played in her debut film.

Lark is getting some new and well-deserved attention as a post-Robin and Raven bird name. Although it was first recorded as a name in the 1830's, it has never appeared on the Social Security list.

Jack for a girl: could it go the way of James and become a trendy new thing? There's something smart and understatedly cool about Jack for either gender, although long forms Jacqueline or Jacquetta aren't quite ready for a revival just yet.

Free-spirited Maverick is no longer an innovative choice for a son, but by using it on a daughter, you could put the maverick back in Maverick.

Puck, the mischievous sprite of Shakespeare, is a unisex name given more often to girls in The Netherlands and is also the name of one of the moons of Uranus, discovered in 1985 and named Puck for the Shakespearean figure.

Mack, a no-nonsense nickname with roots in Mackenzie, is part of the growing trend of boyish names for girls. Its crisp, modern feel gives it standout appeal alongside similar picks like Max and Drew. Not often heard on girls, although Hillary Scott used it as the middle name for her daughter Betsy in 2018.

A simplified spelling of the quirky European diminutive Anouk, used by the tiny Romansh-speaking population of Switzerland.

Kick is a word name that some parents might use for their baby in utero — akin to Bean or Booboo — but it's increasingly being heard as a word name especially used in the middle, a la Jeremy Sisto for son Bastien. The Kennedy family has historically called daughters Kathleen "Kick" for short, and Kick can work as a nickname for a whole range of names male and female, from Nicholas to Keturah.

Although the single-named singer is male, this might be a girl's nickname name or a sleek nature name that's perfect in the middle.

Manelyk is a feminine name with relatively recent origins, likely emerging as a modern creation rather than having deep historical roots. The name appears to have gained some recognition in Latin American countries, particularly Mexico, possibly influenced by media personalities. Manelyk has a melodic quality with its combination of consonants and vowels, giving it a distinctive sound. The unusual spelling with the 'y' adds a contemporary flair. While not traditional, Manelyk represents the modern trend of creating unique names or innovative spellings. Its rarity means that bearers of this name typically stand out. The name has a vibrant, energetic quality that suggests individuality and charisma.

Brooke variation – or is the other way around? – that makes it more a nature name, less an eighties-style androgynous name.

Misk is a feminine name with Arabic origins, meaning 'musk' – the valuable, aromatic substance long prized in perfumery and traditional medicine throughout the Middle East and Asia. The name evokes sensory richness, fragrance, and natural beauty. Compact and distinctive, Misk has a crisp, modern sound despite its ancient roots. While relatively uncommon globally, it enjoys some usage in Arabic-speaking regions and Muslim communities. The name's brevity gives it a contemporary appeal, aligning with the trend toward short, meaningful names with cultural significance. For parents seeking a name that's both distinctive and meaningful, Misk offers the rare combination of simplicity, cultural depth, and a beautiful sensory association, making it a subtle yet evocative choice.

A nonbinary word name that could work perfectly in the middle, especially for a child born under a fire sign.

York is one of those names that's always been around but has never gone anywhere. There are records of baby Yorks born in 1880, yet since then it has never been given to more than 20 children in a single year. York has only ever charted as a girl name twice: in 2018, when it was given to five baby girls, and in 2020 to six girls.

Kodiak Island, off the coast of Alaska, is the second largest island in the US as well as a baby name getting some attention, especially for boys and especially in Washington State.

Sure you could just use Meadow or Lark. But if you really want to go for it, Meadowlark is an option. Meadowlark Lemon, born Meadow Lemon, was a (male) American basketball player known as the "Clown Prince" of the Harlem Globetrotters who played professionally for nearly 40 years.

Hasmik is the Armenian form of Jasmine and is frequently used in that country.

Consistently among the top 5 girls' names in Greenland for the past four decades, Pipaluk has one of the most adorable meanings going, and could make for a quirky route to Pip or Pippa. A famous bearer in Greenlandic-Danish author Pipaluk Freuchen.