Girls Names K Through O

Katya

Russian, diminutive of Ekatarina, Russian variation of Katherine

"pure"

One of the warm and earthy Russian nickname names now coming into style. Denzel Washington gave his daughter the Katia spelling.

Kavya

Sanskrit

"poem"

Looking for a discreet poetic name? Extremely popular Indian actress Kavya Madhavan is a notable bearer of this lovely Indian name.

Kaya

Scandinavian, English, Literature, Japanese

"pure; one who arranges rocks; perfume, incense; fruit, reward"

A multicultural name, that's currently on style and fits right in with Kaia, Maya, Raya, and Mia. Currently in the Top 500 in both the UK and The Netherlands, it has several different origins and…

Kayce

Variation of Case or Casey

Kayce is a unisex name that was the fastest-rising boy name of 2022 — thanks to a male character on the hit show Yellowstone. This particular Kayce pronounces the name like Casey, which feels…

Kayden

Variation of Caden

More feminine than the male Caden, which came in at Number 192 in 2015. We still think Cadence is a prettier version of the "Kay-" group of names which are so popular at present.

Kaydie

Kaydie is a contemporary feminine name that likely emerged as a variant of Kady, Katie, or as a combination of the popular 'Kay' prefix with the trendy '-die'/'-dy' suffix. This name began appearing…

Kaylor

American invented name

A modern invention that combines Taylor's ending with the kool initial K.

Kealoha

Hawaiian

"loved one"

An appealing unisex Hawaiian name (more commonly used for boys) with a lovely meaning and vibrant sound. It derives from the words ke "the" and aloha "love". Keahloha is also a common Hawaiian…

Keanna

Keanna is a feminine name that blends elements of 'Keana' and 'Anna,' creating a melodic and contemporary choice. Of Hawaiian origins, it's associated with meanings like 'paradise' or 'divine,' while…

Kedzie

Scottish surname

Upbeat Scottish surname reminiscent of Kenzie. Kedzie Avenue is a major North-South street in Chicago, named after real estate developer John Hume Kedzie.

Keily

Variation of Kylie, Australian Aboriginal

"boomerang"

A spelling variation of Kylie, an Aboriginal name first popularized by Australian singer Kylie Minogue. It’s now associated with Kylie Jenner, whom parents might be attempting to distance themselves…

Keitha

Scottish, feminine form of Keith

"wood"

This Scottish name for girls has been sued since the 19th Century as a feminine given name, and has a surprisingly feminine sound for a feminization.

Keke

English variation of Kiki, Finnish diminutive of Gertrud, or Hawaiian variation of Kate

"double happiness; strength of a spear; pure"

Keke is a multicultural double-punch nickname, notably borne by actress Keke Palmer. Palmer was born Lauren Keyana, yet her nickname does not derive from her middle name — her older sister had an…

Kelby

English

"dweller at the farm by the stream"

A modern alternative to Shelby.

Kelda

Norse

"spring, fountain"

One of the few K names that sounds middle-aged.

Kelilah

Hebrew

"crown, laurel"

Kelilah, also spelled Kelila, is a lovely and unusual name that would make a perfect substitute for the trendy Delilah.

Kellee

Kellee is a feminine name that serves as a variant spelling of Kelly, which originated as an Irish surname derived from the Gaelic "Ó Ceallaigh," meaning "descendant of Ceallach" (warrior or strife).…

Kelley

Kelley is primarily a feminine name in modern usage, though it originated as an Irish surname derived from the Gaelic 'Ó Ceallaigh' meaning 'descendant of Ceallach' (bright-headed or troublesome). As…

Kellie

Kellie is a feminine name of Irish origin, derived from the Gaelic surname 'Kelly' which means 'warrior' or 'bright-headed.' It emerged as a standalone first name in the mid-20th century, gaining…

Kelsee

Kelsee is a feminine name that represents a creative spelling variation of Kelsey. Originally an English surname derived from place names meaning 'Cenel's island' or 'ship's victory,' Kelsey…