alyshadragonfriend's list "Boys Names K Through O" of 20 great name ideas: Lleyton - Kermit!

Boys Names K Through O

A long list of boys names beginning with the letters K through O. I hope it is useful.


Lleyton is the novel spelling publicized by Australian tennis star Lleyton Hewitt. Other double 'L's are found in such <a href="https://nameberry.com/baby-names/172/welsh-names">Welsh names</a> as Lloyd and Llewellyn. More popular forms of the name include Layton and Leyton.

Lleyton

What with Mason scooting up the charts, this attractive place-name, with its thick Georgia accent, could make a more distinctive alternative.
 Macon has played major roles in two novels, Anne Tyler's The Accidental Tourist and Toni Morrison's Song of Solomon, in the latter as both a Macon Sr. and Jr.

Macon

Morocco is an attractive and rhythmic name, evocative of such fabled cities as Casablanca, Tangier and Marrakesh, in a country whose unique landscape and rich culture attracted such twentieth century writers as Tennessee Williams, Paul Bowles and William Burroughs.
 Mike Tyson named his baby boy Morocco Elijah. Mariah Carey's son is Moroccan. From all African place names, this is one of the most appealing.

Morocco

Kiko is a versatile masculine name with multicultural origins. In Japanese, it can mean 'happy child' or 'rare child,' while in Hawaiian culture, it's often a diminutive of Francisco or Federico. The name also appears in African languages, particularly Swahili. Kiko's brevity and repeating 'k' sound create a rhythmic, memorable quality that works well across different languages and cultures. This short, punchy name has gained moderate popularity globally, particularly in Spanish-speaking countries and Japan. Parents are drawn to Kiko for its international appeal, positive connotations, and contemporary feel. The name's cross-cultural presence makes it suitable for families with mixed heritage or those seeking a modern name that travels well across borders.

Kiko

A cute and fresh way to get to Max, this was the name of a sixth century saint. Maxence is a Top 100 boys' name in France, but largely unknown in the US where it is given to only a handful of baby boys each year. 

Maxence

Adventurous parents are starting to look back to names of ancient gods like Mercury, Zeus, and Apollo. This one is also a planet and a metallic element, and has a friendly nickname, Merc. The Roman god Mercury, which derives from the Latin words for trade or wages, is the patron of tradesmen and travelers and the fastest-moving planet in the solar system. Mercury is the planet associated with the sign of Virgo, so this is one of the prime <a href="https://nameberry.com/blog/virgo-baby-names-are-pure">names for Virgo babies</a>.

 Music lovers will also appreciate the connection to the legendary Freddie Mercury, born Farrokh Bulsara.

Mercury

Sleek, and fresh, Navin is a Hindi name that could fit in with the currently popular in/an/en/on-ending boys' names. 

Navin

Kylor is a modern masculine name that appears to be a creative variation of names like Kyle or Kyler. With no specific historical origin, Kylor likely emerged as part of the trend toward creating distinctive-sounding names with familiar elements. The name Kyle, which likely influenced Kylor, comes from a Scottish surname meaning 'narrow strait.' Kylor has a strong, contemporary sound with its hard 'K' beginning and the trending '-or' ending found in names like Connor and Trevor. Though uncommon, Kylor began appearing in usage records in the late 20th century. The name appeals to parents seeking something unique yet accessible, with a masculine energy and modern flair. Kylor's rarity makes it distinctive without being difficult to pronounce or spell.

Kylor

Lorcan is a name rich in Irish history as belonging to several kings, including the grandfather of the most famous high king of Ireland, Brian Boru. Lorcan O'Toole, known in English as Laurence O'Toole, is the patron saint of Dublin, so it's not too surprising that Irish-born actor Peter O'Toole named his son Lorcan.
 In the Harry Potter epic, Lorcan is the twin son of Luna Lovegood Scamander.
 Strong, easy to pronounce and spell, Lorcan is an Irish name that would stand out from the more common crop of Connors and Liams.

Lorcan

Bright and energetic, Neon seems like it would be a modern coinage, borrowed from neon lights. 

Instead, Neon is found way back in Ancient Greece. The lights are named for neon gas, discovered in 1898 and named because it was new. 

Neon was also as recently as the 1940s and 1950s, mostly for boys. 

Today parents would probably opt for Neo or Nova, but Neon feels both vintage and space age - an interesting combination! This may be one of the <a href="https://nameberry.com/search/boys-names/n">boy names starting with N</a> ripe for discovery.

Neon

What is so rare as a month named June? October – and November and December – are a lot rarer. Brisk and substantial, they're so much more memorable and modern than April or May. October got its name via being the eighth month in the old Roman calendar. 

 Some related, more romantic variations are Octavio and Ottavio. Otto or Toby would make for fashionable short forms.

October

Rarely used surname, associated with humorous poet Ogden Nash. 

Ogden

Kaspar is a masculine name with ancient Persian origins, traditionally believed to mean 'treasurer' or 'keeper of the treasure.' It gained prominence in Christian tradition as one of the Three Wise Men (or Magi) who visited the infant Jesus, often spelled Caspar in some accounts. The name spread throughout Europe during medieval times, with variations including Casper, Kasper, and Gaspard appearing across different countries. In Germanic countries, Kaspar has maintained steady popularity through the centuries. The name carries an air of wisdom and mysticism due to its biblical associations, while also evoking a classic, distinguished character. Today, it offers parents a traditional option with historical depth and cross-cultural recognition.

Kaspar

Like Maximilian, but with an attractive French twist.

Maximilien

A traditional Arabic choice, used on girls and boys, with a bright, fresh, and nature connected meaning. Naseem is an alternative Arabic and Urdu form, while Nesim is used in Turkey. Though unisex, Nasim leans masculine in Lebanon,  Indonesia, Iran, England, Palestine, and Iraq, but is more evenly split in India, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan. TikTok star and rapper Nasim Nabi is a notable bearer. 

Nasim

Ned is a gently old-fashioned Nancy Drew-Bobbsey Twins-era short form for Edward that sounds cooler than Ed and is enjoying a small style renaissance.
 Usage of Ned in literature goes back to a Ben Johnson character in 1614, and it is also the name of the protagonist in James Fenimore Cooper's Ned Myers. In Australia, Ned Kelly is famous as a larger-than-life legendary outlaw figure. In this country, Ned Rorem is a respected modern composer.
 There was a 1990s sitcom called Ned and Stacey, and other Neds have appeared in The Simpsons (neighbor Flanders), Groundhog Day and School of Rock. Ned Stark is a prominent, and unusually heroic, character in Game of Thrones, giving the name some new cultural cache, though we can't recommend using his proper name, Eddard.

Rarely heard, and all too likely to be confused with Kevin. 

Kavan

Foppish name with a distinguished forebear, French general Marquis de Lafayette, who fought in the American Revolution. It accounts for the L in L. Ron Hubbard.   Old-time short form: Fayette or Fate.

Lafayette

A handsome and gentle sounding Persian name that would well across multiple cultures, Mahan means "moon". Also written as Mahaan, it is the name of several Iranian places, and might relate to a Sanskrit or Hindi word meaning "greatest, great" or "large". A notable bearer is mathematician and monk, Mahan Mj.
 
The name has also been used as a surname in the English speaking world, and while this might be down to its Persian and Sanskrit origins, it is more likely derived from the Irish Mac Mathghamhna (McMahon) in this case, meaning "descendent of the bear".
 
 Additionally, within Mormonism, it is associated with Cain, who becomes what Mormons called the "Master Mahan": the head of a secret organization of cheaters and murders. The reasons behind the name aren't known for sure, though theories include that Mahan is a twist on Mason (as in Freemasonry) or on Muhammad (as in the Prophet) and thus used in a vilifying way. More favorable interpretations suggest it comes from the Arabic mustirr and the Sanskrit mahan, giving it the meaning "great keeper of secrets". Regardless, it is understandably not popular among Mormons.

Mahan

Kermit was a Top 500 name until the 1960s, not coincidentally the decade in which Kermit the Frog made it a one-person (well, one-frog) name.
 
Derived from the Irish surname Mac Diamada, itself from the given name Diarmaid or Dermot, Kermit is a Manx form, meaning "without injunction" or "without envy".
 
 Historically, Kermit is known via Kermit Roosevelt, soldier and explorer son of President Theodore Roosevelt, while more recent bearers have been pilot and aviation enthusiast Kermit Weeks, basketball player Kermit Washington, and soccer player Kermit Erasmus.
 
Still, in the US, is it very much the frog's name and only used on a tiny handful of boys each year. But could it be revived? Fellow Sesame Street name Grover has seen a increased use in the US, while over in the UK, other once children's TV character names Ernie and Barney are being reconsidered.
 
Could Kermit 'Kit' sell the name? Time will tell, but for now, there is similar Kurtis and Irish Dermot.