Updated October 2026
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Hebrew
"rainbow"
This feminine name, pleasingly reminiscent of Kismet, has a similarly lovely meaning: Rainbow.
Hawaiian
"the sweetheart"
Unisex Hawaiian choice that's ranked in Hawaii (for boys) since the 1970s.
English invented name
A sweet modern combination of Kim and Marie, never given to more than 10 baby girls per year in the US.
American invented name
The invented full name of Kida, the princess of Atlantis in the Disney film. Read more about Kidagakash and other Disney Princess Names in our featured blog.
Yoruba
"second-born of twins or one who falls behind"
Although the best-known Kehinde is the male painter Kehinde Wiley, this name is used for both genders in its native Nigeria and can be just as attractive for a girl.
Ethiopian, Amharic
"the one whose eyes are lined with mascara; princess"
This Ethiopian girl's name feels in line with stylish Kalani, Kehlani and Kailani. Kuleni, pronounced "koo-LEH-nee", has the evocative meaning of "the one whose eyes are lined with mascara".
Turkish
"cherry"
A pretty and sparky Turkish nature name that is written with a dotted i in its native country (Kiraz), Kiraz entered the US stats for the first time in 2024 when it was given to five girls. It…
Japanese
"north edge"
A lovely option to get to cool nickname Kit, Kitara is a Japanese girl name and also the name of an ancient East African empire.
A really inventive invented name, with a little of this and a little of that. Has a somewhat rhythmic African feel.
Aboriginal, Australian
"tree bark or leaf"
Kirrily, which rhymes with cheerily, is a name that's uniquely popular in Australia. It originated in recent decades as an elaboration of several similar names – the European Kyra or Keira, the Maori…
Variation of Kendrick, English and Scottish
"royal ruler, champion; home ruler"
While Kendrix is predominantly used on boys — likely owing to its musical namesakes, Kendrick Lamar and Jimi Hendrix — the most noteworthy Kendrix (as yet) is in fact Kendrix Morgan, also known as…
"star"
A modern Hebrew name with a stellar meaning, Kochav is taken from the Hebrew word for star. In Jewish tradition, stars are symbolic of light that guides people through their lives and of the might of…
Mohawk
"nice morning"
A Mohawk name with a beautiful meaning, Kiawentiio is borne by First Nations actress and singer Kiawentiio Tarbell who has starred as Katara in the Netflix live-action remake of Avatar: The Last…
English Place name and surname
"children's settlement"
A quirky habitational surname, Kilby is a town in Leicestershire in England. Derived from Old English and Old Norse, it could mean "child's settlement" from the elements cilda and by . Though it is…
Variation of Chephirah, Hebrew
"young lioness; village"
A distinctive Biblical place name, Kephirah could make an interesting alternative to the more familiar Keziah, Keturah, and Sapphira. Also spelled as Chephirah (and sometimes Kefeera, Kfira, Kephira,…
"orange, tangerine; good luck"
Sweet and colorful, Kitsu is Japanese name with a sleek and stylish sound. Meaning "good luck" or "tangerine, manadarin, orange tree" depending on which kanji are used, the name may also bring to…
English
"small bay"
Kover was one of just two names to debut in the US stats for both sexes in 2025 — the other being Reazyn. Given to 5 girls and 5 boys, it could be an Anglicization of the Hungarian surname Kövér…
Variation of Kiyomi, Japanese
"pure and beautiful"
Kyomie made its US debut in 2025, a year when its variants Kiyomi and Kyomi were among the fastest rising choices for girls. Originally a Japanese name meaning "pure and beautiful" (or "record of the…
Greek variation of Candace
"white, pure, sincere"
Greek variation of Candace used in the Bible.
Variation of Kaeli or Kael
Kaelis was one of the fastest rising debuts in the US in 2025 when it was given to 45 girls, having never been used for more than four in the past. The exact meaning or origin is unknown but Kaelis…