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120+ Cute, Unique, & Popular Girl Names Starting With K

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Choosing Girl Names Starting With K

There are plenty of baby girl names to consider, and finding the right one can be overwhelming. Some of the most popular and top baby names start with K. 

It’s a letter worth considering, especially if you want trending names with exotic spellings or rare meanings.

We prepared this list of 120+ cute, popular, and unique names that start with K for baby girls to help you pick the best one for your little princess. 

 

What Are Some Unique K Names For A Girl?

Kahlia

 

  • Meaning: β€œKeeper of the keys”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkah-lee-yah”
  • Length: 6 letters, 3 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: California-based lawyer Kahlia Corral and Kahlia Ashton (the wife of professional Australian rules footballer Jeremy Howe)
  • Variants: Kallia, Kaliah, and Kalia

 

Kaija

 

  • Origin: Finnish and Estonian girl name
  • Meaning: β€œLife” or β€œpure”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkay-jah”
  • Length: 5 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: Finnish composer Kaija Saariaho nΓ©e Laakkonen and Estonian skier Kaija Udras
  • Variants: Also considered a variant of the Greek girl names Kate and Catherine

 

Karabo

 

  • Meaning: β€œAnswer” or a spiritual name that means β€œGod has answered my prayers”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkah-rah-boh”
  • Length: 6 letters, 3 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: Fictional character Karabo Moroka in β€œGenerations” (a South African soap opera)
  • Variants: Karrabo

 

Kareemah

 

  • Origin: Arabic girl name
  • Meaning: β€œGenerous,” β€œnoble,” and β€œhonorable”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkahr-eehm-uh”
  • Length: 8 letters, 3 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: Internet personality Kareemah Emordi
  • Variants: Kareema and Karimah

 

Katriana

 

  • Origin: Eastern European girl name
  • Pronunciation: β€œkat-ree-ah-nah”
  • Length: 8 letters, 4 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: Actor and musician Katriana Koppe
  • Variants: A version of Katherine

 

Katya

 

  • Origin: Russian girl name
  • Meaning: β€œPure” or β€œperfect”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkat-yah”
  • Length: 5 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: American fantasy novel writer Katya Reimann and Russian dancer Katya Jones
  • Variants: Russian version of Katherine

 

Kerenza

 

  • Origin: Cornish girl name
  • Pronunciation: β€œkeh-ren-zah”
  • Length: 7 letters, 3 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: American chef Kerenza Napoles and English violinist Kerenza Peacock
  • Variants: Cerenza and Kerensa

 

Kerri

 

  • Meaning: Also a black girl name that means β€œdark and mysterious” or β€œdark-haired one”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkeh-ree”
  • Length: 5 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: American model and actress Kerri Kendall and radio and TV host Kerri Kasem
  • Variants: Kerry and Keri

 

Kamila

 

  • Origin: Latin, Slavic, and Arabic girl name
  • Meaning: Slavic origin that means β€œa young person who does religious work” (can also mean β€œhelper to the priest”) or an Arabic name meaning β€œperfect”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkah-mee-lah”
  • Length: 6 letters, 3 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: #212
  • Namesakes: Polish Olympic hammer thrower Kamila Skolimowska and Czech Olympic ice dancer Kamila HΓ‘jkovΓ‘
  • Variants: A version of β€œCamilla”

 

Kara

 

  • Origin: Latin and Hebrew girl name
  • Meaning: Latin name meaning β€œbeloved” or Hebrew name meaning β€œto call”
  • Length: 4 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: #874
  • Namesakes: American theater actress Kara Lindsay and American basketball player Kara Wolters
  • Variants: Cara, Carra, Carah, Karra, and Karah

 

Kassidy

 

  • Meaning: Sweet girl name that means β€œclever” and β€œcurly-haired”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkah-see-dee”
  • Length: 7 letters, 3 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: #823
  • Namesakes: American country music singer Kassidy Lorraine Osborn and diver Kassidy Leigh Cook
  • Variants: Cassidy, Caiside (Gaelic girl name), and Kassidee

 

Katherine

 

  • Meaning: β€œPure”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkath-eh-reen”
  • Length: 9 letters, 3 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: #166
  • Namesakes: American actress Katherine Heigl and NASA (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) mathematician Katherine Johnson
  • Variants: Catherine, Kathryn, Katerine, Catriona, and Kate

 

Katie

 

  • Origin: Greek girl name
  • Meaning: β€œPure”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkay-tee”
  • Length: 5 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: #559
  • Namesakes: Irish professional boxer and former footballer Katie Taylor and Scottish actress Katie Leung
  • Variants: A modern version of Katherine

 

Kayla

 

  • Origin: Hebrew, Greek, and Irish girl name
  • Meaning: β€œSlim and fair,” β€œgod-like,” β€œcrown of laurels,” or β€œslender and fair”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkay-lah”
  • Length: 5 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: #279
  • Namesakes: American field hockey player Kayla Bashore Smedley and New Zealander netball player Kayla Cullen
  • Variants: Kaila, Kylie, Cayla, Callia, and Kylah

 

Kaylee

 

  • Origin: English girl name
  • Meaning: β€œCrown,” β€œlaurel,” or β€œbeloved”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkay-lee”
  • Length: 6 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: #161
  • Namesakes: American actress and model Kaylee Bryant and television journalist Kaylee Hartung 
  • Variants: Also spelled as β€œKayleigh” 

 

Keilani

 

  • Meaning: This cute girl name means β€œsky,” β€œheaven,” β€œglorious,” or β€œroyal one.”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkay-lah-nee”
  • Length: 7 letters, 3 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: #632
  • Namesakes: American model Keilani Malia Asmus and softball pitcher Keilani Johanna Ricketts
  • Variants: Kehlani

 

Kimberly

 

  • Origin: English girl name
  • Meaning: Earthy name that means β€œfrom the royal fortress meadow,” β€œfrom the wood of the royal forest,” β€œwoodland,” or β€œclearing”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkim-ber-lee”
  • Length: 8 letters, 3 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: #210
  • Namesakes: American double trap and skeet shooter Kimberly β€œKim” Rhode and artist and author Kimberly Brooks
  • Variants: Kimberlee, Kimberleigh, and Kimberly

 

Kylie

 

  • Origin: Australian girl name
  • Meaning: Boomerang and graceful
  • Pronunciation: β€œkai-lee”
  • Length: 5 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: #198
  • Namesakes: Australian singer and actress Kylie Minogue and New Zealander singer-songwriter Kylie Price
  • Variants: Kyleigh, Kiley, Kilee, and Kyley

 

Top & Up-And-Coming Baby Girl Names Starting With K

Kacie

 

  • Meaning: β€œVigilant” or β€œwatchful”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkay-see”
  • Length: 5 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: English model Kacie Hunt and American inline skater Kacie Fischer
  • Variants: Kaycee

 

Kailani

 

  • Origin: Hawaiian girl name
  • Meaning: Nature name for girls that blends β€œkai” (ocean or sea) with β€œlani” (heaven or sky) to form β€œocean and heaven,” β€œsea and sky,” β€œheavenly sea,” or β€œsea heavens”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkai-lah-nee”
  • Length: 7 letters, 3 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: #223
  • Namesakes: Celebrity kid Kailani Merizalde Phillippe Knapp (daughter of American actor and film producer Ryan Phillippe and Alexis Knapp) and Australian figure skater Kailani Craine 
  • Variants: This can also be spelled as β€œKehlani.”

 

Kamala 

 

  • Origin: Sanskrit and Indian – Hindu girl name
  • Pronunciation: β€œkah-mah-lah”
  • Length: 6 letters, 3 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: Kamala Harris who holds the record as the first woman, African American, and Indian American to serve as the US vice president
  • Variants: Kammala and Kamalah 

 

Karly

 

  • Origin: Latin unisex name
  • Meaning: β€œFree man (or woman)”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkar-lee”
  • Length: 5 letters, syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: American actress Karly Rothenberg and Scottish figure skater Karly Robertson
  • Variants: Carly and Karlee

 

Kathryn

 

  • Origin: Greek girl name
  • Meaning: β€œPure”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkah-thruhn”
  • Length: 7 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: #658
  • Namesakes: Australian children’s fantasy author Kathryn Deans and American actress Kathryn Morris 
  • Variants: Katherine, Cathryn, and Catherine

 

Kesia

 

  • Origin: African girl name
  • Meaning: β€œFavorite,” β€œearthbound,” or a girl plant name that means β€œcassia tree”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkes-yah”
  • Length: 5 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: None
  • Variants: Keshia and Kezia

 

Kristin

 

  • Origin: Latin girl name
  • Meaning: β€œConsecrated to God,” β€œfollower of Christ,” or β€œa Christian”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkris-teen”
  • Length: 7 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: Icelandic poet and writer KristΓ­n EirΓ­ksdΓ³ttir and American actress Kristin Bauer van Straten
  • Variants: Kristine, Kirstin, and Christine

 

Kyle

 

  • Origin: Gaelic and Irish gender-neutral name
  • Meaning: 1 syllable girl name that means β€œnarrow,” β€œslender,” β€œconfidence,” β€œreliance,” β€œtrust,” or β€œstrait”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkyl”
  • Length: 4 letters, 1 syllable
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: American teen actress Kyle Chavarria and actress Kyle Richards
  • Variants: Kile, Kylen, and Kailee

 

These are popular boy names that are also ideal as girl names:

 

Kennedy 

 

  • Origin: Irish and Gaelic unisex name
  • Meaning: Warrior name that means β€œhelmeted chief” or β€œarmored”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkeh-neh-dee”
  • Length: 7 letters, 3 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: #74 (girls)
  • Namesakes: American actress Kennedy McMann and singer Kennedy Holmes
  • Variants: Also spelled as β€œKennedi,” β€œKennedee,” and β€œKenedy”

 

Kinsley

 

  • Origin: English unisex name
  • Meaning: This name means β€œking’s meadow,” β€œking’s clearing,” or β€œroyal victory”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkins-lee”
  • Length: 7 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: #61 (girls)
  • Namesakes: Celebrity kids Kinsley Kesler (the daughter of ice hockey star Ryan Kesler) and Kinsley James Robinson Clark (the daughter of actress Jenny Robison and musician Travis Clark)
  • Variants: Also spelled as β€œKinslee” 

 

Kaedee

 

  • Origin: English unisex name
  • Meaning: β€œFlow and pure,” β€œrhyming,” or a musical girl name that means β€œrhythmic flow of sounds”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkay-dee”
  • Length: 6 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: None
  • Variants: Kaede and Kady

 

Kai

 

  • Meaning: Hawaiian name that means β€œsea” or Japanese name that means β€œshell”
  • Pronunciation: 1-syllable name pronounced as β€œkie”
  • Length: 3 letters, 1 syllable
  • Popularity/Rank: #790 (girls)
  • Namesakes: German actress Kai Fischer and American musician Kai Altair 
  • Variants: Kaia and Kay

 

Kaya

 

  • Origin: Turkish girl name
  • Meaning: β€œWise child,” β€œstone,” β€œforgiveness,” β€œrestful place,” or β€œhome”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkaa-yuh”
  • Length: 4 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: American actress and singer Kaya Jones and Canadian freestyle skier Kaya Turski
  • Variants: Kaia and Kaya

 

Kelly

 

  • Origin: Irish and Scottish gender-neutral name 
  • Meaning: β€œWarrior”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkeh-lee”
  • Length: 5 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: #805 (girls)
  • Namesakes: English television personality and singer Kelly Osbourne and American singer-songwriter and author Kelly Clarkson
  • Variants: Kelli, Kalli, Kallie, Kelley, and Kelleigh

 

Kendall

 

  • Origin: Anglo-Saxon and English unisex name 
  • Meaning: Lovely name that means β€œvalley on the River Kent”
  • Pronunciation: β€œken-dal”
  • Length: 7 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: #301 (girls)
  • Namesakes: American model and TV personality Kendall Jenner and writer Kendall Hailey
  • Variants:  Kendal and Kendale

 

Kenzie

 

  • Origin: Scottish unisex name 
  • Meaning: Nonbinary name (gender-free) that means β€œthe son of Coinneach,” β€œdescendent of the handsome man,” or β€œthe fair one”
  • Pronunciation: β€œken-zee” 
  • Length: 6 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: #519 (girls)
  • Namesakes: American dancer, actress, singer, and model Kenzie Ziegler and American stock car racing driver Kenzie Ruston Hemric
  • Variants: Kenzee and Kenzy

 

Kim

 

  • Meaning: β€œFrom the royal fortress meadow,” β€œkingly,” β€œleader,” β€œwealthy,” or β€œgold”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkim”
  • Length: 3 letters, 1 syllable
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: American actress Kim Basinger and interior designer Kim Spradlin (the winner of β€œSurvivor: One World” in 2012)
  • Variants: Kym and Kimy

 

Kinley 

 

  • Origin: Irish and Scottish unisex name
  • Meaning: β€œWarrior”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkin-lee”
  • Length: 6 letters, 2 syllable
  • Popularity/Rank: #527 (girls)
  • Namesakes: Canadian road bicycle racer Kinley Gibson and soccer player Kinley McNicoll
  • Variants: Kinlee and Kinly

 

Kody

 

  • Origin: English gender-neutral name
  • Meaning: β€œHelpful”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkow-dee”
  • Length: 4 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: None for girls
  • Variants: Cody and Kodee

 

Trendy & Modern Girl Names Starting With K

Kadence

 

  • Origin: Latin unisex name
  • Meaning: It which means β€œrhythm” and β€œflow.”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkay-denz”
  • Length: 7 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: American actress Kadence Kendall Roach and celebrity kid Kadence Clover Hawk, the daughter of American pro skater Tony Hawk
  • Variants: A variation of Cadence

 

Klara

 

  • Origin: Latin and Hungarian girl name 
  • Meaning: β€œClear,” β€œfamous,” or β€œbright”
  • Pronunciation: β€œklah-rah”
  • Length: 5 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: Russian Olympic speed skater Klara Ivanovna Guseva and Czech tennis player KlΓ‘ra KoukalovΓ‘
  • Variants: Clara, Claire, Clare, and Klare

 

Adorable & Beautiful Girl Names Starting With K

Keisha

 

  • Origin: Hebrew girl name
  • Meaning: β€œGreat joy” or a nature name that means β€œcassia tree” or β€œcinnamon”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkay-sha”
  • Length: 6 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: New Zealander film actress Keisha Castle-Hughes and British singer-songwriter Keisha Buchanan
  • Variants: Keysha, Keishia, Keesha, and Keissha

 

Kristen

 

  • Origin: Latin nonbinary name
  • Meaning: β€œFollower of Christ”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkris-ten”
  • Length: 7 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: American actress and tennis player Kristen Connolly and actress and film producer Kristen Flores
  • Variants: Kristine and Kirsten

 

Mythical Girl Names Starting With K

Kali

 

  • Origin: Sanskrit and Indian – Hindi girl name
  • Meaning: Also a black baby name that means β€œthe black one,” β€œtime,” or β€œthe divine mother”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkah-lee”
  • Length: 4 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: #250
  • Namesakes: Sanskrit and Hindu goddess of death and rebirth; also a powerful Hindu goddess and the master of time
  • Also after American voice actress Kali Troy and sprint athlete Kali Davis-White
  • Variants: Kahli

 

Kianda

 

  • Origin: African girl name
  • Meaning: β€œA great person,” β€œvalley,” or a mystical name that means β€œmermaid” or β€œdeity of the waters”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkee-uhn-dah”
  • Length: 6 letters, 3 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: Angolan goddess of the sea and fishermen, often depicted as a mermaid
  • Variants: Kiyanda

 

K Girl Names From Greek Mythology

Kassandra

 

  • Meaning: β€œUnheeded prophetess,” β€œwarrior,” or β€œshining upon men”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkah-san-drah”
  • Length: 9 letters, 3 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: Greek priestess who was wise and told the truth, but no one believed her
  • Variants: Also spelled as Cassandra

 

Khloe

 

  • Origin: Greek girl name
  • Meaning: β€œGreen herb,” β€œfertility,” β€œblooming,” β€œblossoming,” β€œgreen shoot,” and β€œflourishing just like a young, blooming plant”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkloh-eeh”
  • Length: 5 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: #186
  • Namesakes/Description: American reality TV personality Khloe Alexandra Kardashian and English reality TV personality Khloe Evans
  • Variants: This goddess name is another version of β€œChloe,” which is the alternative name of the Greek goddess Demeter used during the spring months because it’s related to new growth and sprouts

 

Kleio

 

  • Origin: Ancient Greek name for girls
  • Meaning: β€œFame” or β€œglory”
  • Pronunciation: β€œklee-oh”
  • Length: 5 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: The Greek goddess and muse of history
  • Variants: Also spelled as β€œKlio,” β€œClio,” and β€œCleo”

 

Spiritual & Biblical Girl Names Beginning With K

Kismet

 

  • Origin: Arabic girl name
  • Meaning: β€œFate” or β€œdestiny”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkis-met”
  • Length: 6 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: Also a song title after β€œKismet” by the Filipino rock band Silent Sanctuary
  • Variants: Kissmet, Kismett, Kizmet, Qisma, Kizmat, and Kismat

 

Krishnavi

 

  • Origin: Gujarati – Hindu girl name (Indo-Aryan language in Gujarat, an Indian state) 
  • Meaning: β€œLord Krishna (the Hindu god of protection, tenderness, compassion, and love)”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkrish-nah-vee”
  • Length: 9 letters, 3 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: None
  • Variants: Krissnavi and Krishnavee

 

Exotic K Girl Names From Around The World

Kabira

 

  • Origin: Arabic girl name
  • Meaning: β€œGreat,” β€œnoble,” or β€œpowerful”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkah-beer-uh”
  • Length: 6 letters, 3 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: Also a name that means β€œwater” because of Kabira Bay in Okinawa, Japan
  • Variants: Kabirra; it’s also a feminine version of the Arabic boy name β€œKabir”

 

Kahlika

 

  • Origin: Sanskrit girl name
  • Meaning: β€œRosebud,” β€œflower bud,” or β€œloud”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkah-lee-kah”
  • Length: 7 letters, 3 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: None
  • Variants: Kalika

 

Karlee

 

  • Meaning: β€œFree woman,” β€œstrength,” or β€œwomanly”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkar-lee”
  • Length: 6 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: American competition swimmer Karlee Bispo and Canadian curler Karlee Burgess
  • Variants: Carly; a feminine version of β€œCarl,” which means β€œfree person”

 

Greek Baby Girl Names Beginning With K

Kahle

 

  • Origin: Greek girl name
  • Meaning: Name that means β€œbeautiful” or β€œlovely”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkah-leh
  • Length: 5 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: Also a last name (e.g., American figure skater Danielle Kahle and actress Manon Kahle)
  • Variants: Kale

 

Kaitlyn

 

  • Origin: Greek and Irish girl name
  • Meaning: β€œPure”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkate-leen”
  • Length: 7 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: #627
  • Namesakes: American-Canadian ice dancer Kaitlyn Weaver and American actress Kaitlyn Dever
  • Variants: Katelyn

 

Karisa

 

  • Origin: Greek girl name
  • Meaning: β€œBeloved” or β€œvery dear”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkah-ree-sah”
  • Length: 6 letters, 3 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: It’s also a name after Charis, one of the three Greek goddesses of nature, human creativity, beauty, fertility, and charm, who are collectively known as the Charites (Graces)
  • Variants: Karissa, Carisa, Carissa, and Charis

 

Katianna

 

  • Origin: Greek and American girl name
  • Meaning: β€œFlawless or neat,” β€œholy light,” or β€œpure”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkah-tee-ahn-uh”
  • Length: 8 letters, 4 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: Katianna Stoermer Coleman (the sister of American actress Zendaya)
  • Variants: Katiana

 

Konstantina

 

  • Origin: Latin and Greek girl name
  • Meaning: Strong girl name that means β€œconsistent and steady,” β€œconstancy,” β€œsteadfastness,” or β€œreliable”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkons-tan-tee-nah”
  • Length: 11 letters, 4 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: Greek long-distance runner Konstantina Kefala and weightlifter Konstantina Benteli
  • Variants: Female version of the Latin boy name β€œConstantine”

 

Kora

 

  • Origin: Greek girl name
  • Meaning: β€œMaiden”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkoh-rah”
  • Length: 4 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: #462
  • Namesakes: Filipino children’s book author and illustrator Kora Dandan-Albano
  • Variants: Cora, Kore, and Core

 

Italian Girl Names That Begin With K

Karina

 

  • Meaning: Charming girl name that means β€œlove”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkah-ree-nah”
  • Length: 6 letters, 3 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: #702
  • Namesakes: American actress Karina Lombard and singer Karina Pasian
  • Variants: Carina, Kareina, Karinna, and Karyna

 

Kiara

 

  • Origin: Irish, Hindi, and Italian girl name
  • Meaning: β€œGod’s gracious gift” 
  • Also a name that means β€œlight” or β€œclear” as an Italian name and β€œdark” or β€œblack” as an Irish girl name
  • Pronunciation: β€œkey-ah-rah”
  • Length: 5 letters, 3 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: #252
  • Namesakes: Canadian mountain biker Kiara Bisaro and American writer Kiara Brinkman 
  • Variants: Kearah (Irish name for girls), Chiara (Italian girl name), and Ciara (Irish Gaelic name)

 

Hawaiian Girl Names That Begin With K

Kaia

 

  • Origin: Latin, Scandinavian, and Hawaiian girl name
  • Meaning: β€œPure,” β€œthe sea,” β€œlife,” or β€œearth”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkai-uh”
  • Length: 4 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes/Description: American model Kaia Gerber and Estonian singer Kaia Urb
  • Variants: Kaya and Kaiah 

 

Keala

 

  • Origin: Hawaiian girl name 
  • Meaning: Unique girl name that means β€œpathway”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkee-uh-lah”
  • Length: 5 letters, 3 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: American diver Keala O’Sullivan and actress Keala Settle
  • Variants: Keiala and Kealla

 

Keonna

 

  • Origin: English and Hawaiian girl name 
  • Meaning: Exotic girl name that means β€œdivine” or β€œGod’s gracious gift”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkee-oh-nah”
  • Length: 6 letters, 3 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: US-based TV personality Keonna Green
  • Variants: Keoana and Keonne

 

English Baby Girl Names Beginning With K

Kaisley

 

  • Origin: Scottish, American, English, and Irish girl name
  • Meaning: β€œVigilant,” β€œwatchful,” β€œchurch,” β€œstudious,” β€œloving,” or β€œenlightened”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkays-lee”
  • Length: 7 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: None 
  • Variants: Kayslee and Kaislee

 

Karter

 

  • Origin: English and German gender-neutral name
  • Meaning: β€œTo transport with a cart”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkar-ter”
  • Length: 6 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: #889 (girls)
  • Namesakes: None for girls
  • Variants: Carter, Cartier, and Kartier

 

Kelsey

 

  • Meaning: β€œVictorious ship” or β€œriver landing place”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkel-see”
  • Length: 6 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: #629
  • Namesakes: American-Australian basketball player Kelsey Griffin and Canadian track cyclist Kelsey Mitchell
  • Variants: Chelsey, Kelsei, and Chelsea

 

Kinsleigh

 

  • Origin: English unisex name
  • Meaning: β€œProud,” β€œoverbearing,” or β€œclearing belonging to Cyne”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkins-lee”
  • Length: 9 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: Little Miss America’s United States titleholder Kinsleigh Elizabeth Troutman
  • Variants: Kinslee

 

Kristine

 

  • Origin: Latin girl name
  • Meaning: β€œFollower of Christ”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkris-teen”
  • Length: 8 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: Nigerian-American basketball player Kristine Anigwe and Danish handball player Kristine Andersen
  • Variants: Christine

 

More Unique Baby Girl Names Beginning With K

Karelyn

 

  • Meaning: Rare girl name that means β€œfree person”
  • Pronunciation: β€œcare-leen”
  • Length: 7 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: None
  • Variants: A version of β€œCaroline”

 

Kathleen

 

  • Origin: Greek and Irish girl name
  • Pronunciation: β€œkath-leen”
  • Length: 8 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: American character actress Kathleen Freeman and Canadian singer-songwriter Kathleen Edwards
  • Variants: Kaitlyn and Cathleen

 

Katinka

 

  • Origin: Greek girl name
  • Meaning: A name that means β€œpure”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkah-teen-kah”
  • Length: 7 letters, 3 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: German sculptor and visual artist Katinka Bock and Swedish film producer Katinka FaragΓ³
  • Variants: Hungarian version of Katherine

 

Katiuska

 

  • Origin: Latin girl name
  • Meaning: β€œPure justice”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkah-tyus-kah”
  • Length: 8 letters, 3 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: Singer Katiuska McLean
  • Variants: Katiuskah and Catiuska

 

Kaylani

 

  • Origin: Hawaiian girl name
  • Meaning: β€œMajestic” or β€œsea heavens”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkay-lah-nee”
  • Length: 7 letters, 3 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: #253
  • Namesakes: None
  • Variants: Keilani and Kayelani

 

Kazia

 

  • Origin: Hebrew girl name
  • Meaning: β€œAcacia tree”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkaz-shah”
  • Length: 5 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: Also a fictional character after Kazia, the protagonist in the Polish novel and movie β€œWrzos”
  • Variants: Kazzia and Casia

 

Keeva

 

  • Origin: Irish girl name 
  • Meaning: β€œNoble”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkee-vah”
  • Length: 5 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: Irish camogie (an Irish stick-and-ball team sport for women) player Keeva Fennelly
  • Variants: Keiva, Keava, and Caoimhe

 

Kelda

 

  • Origin: Old Norse, Germanic, and Scandinavian girl name 
  • Meaning: β€œFreshwater spring” or β€œfountain”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkel-dah”
  • Length: 5 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: Mystical girl name after the Asgardian and Norse goddess of ice, churning cloud, and lashing rain in the Marvel Cinematic Universe; she’s among the Asgardians whom Thor was able to resurrect after the Ragnarok Cycle
  • Variants: Celda and Keldah

 

Khrista

 

  • Origin: Latin girl name
  • Meaning: β€œFollower of Christ”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkris-tah”
  • Length: 7 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: None
  • Variants: Krista and Christa

 

Kiana 

 

  • Origin: American, Greek, and Hawaiian girl name
  • Meaning: β€œHeavenly,” β€œancient,” β€œdivine,” or a mythical name that means β€œmoon goddess”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkee-ah-nuh”
  • Length: 5 letters, 3 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: #753
  • Namesakes: American author Kiana Davenport and group rhythmic gymnast Kiana Eide 
  • Variants: Also a Hawaiian name that relates to the Roman goddess β€œDiana”

 

What’s A Good Middle Name For Girls That Starts With K?

Here are some first names that also make a great middle name for your little girl:

 

Kadie

 

  • Origin: Greek unisex name 
  • Meaning: β€œPure” or β€œrhythmic flow of sounds”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkay-dee”
  • Length: 5 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: Canadian animal rights activist and internet personality Kadie Karen Diekmeyer (also known as β€œThat Vegan Teacher”) and singer Kadie Lynn
  • Variants: Kaydee and Kade

 

Kaira

 

  • Origin: Italian and Latin girl name
  • Pronunciation: β€œkai-rah”
  • Length: 5 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: None
  • Variants: Kairra

 

Kalen

 

  • Origin: Gaelic unisex name 
  • Meaning: Cute name that means that means β€œfair”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkay-len”
  • Length: 5 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: None for girls
  • Variants: Kallen and Kailen

 

Kallie

 

  • Origin: American and Greek girl name 
  • Meaning: Charming name that means β€œthe most beautiful” or β€œfair”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkah-lee”
  • Length: 6 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: #911
  • Namesakes: American editor Kallie Plagge and actress Kallie Flynn Childress
  • Variants: Callie

 

Karmen

 

  • Origin: Hebrew girl name
  • Pronunciation: β€œkar-men”
  • Length: 6 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: Musician Karmen Grubisic
  • Variants: Carmen

 

Katelyn

 

  • Origin: Greek girl name
  • Meaning: Classic girl name that means β€œeach of the two” or β€œpure”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkate-leen”
  • Length: 7 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: #900
  • Namesakes: American singer and songwriter Katelyn Tarver
  • Variants: Katelynn, Kaitlin, and Caitlin

 

Keren

 

  • Origin: Hebrew girl name
  • Meaning: Biblical girl name that means β€œglorious dignity,” β€œray of light,” or β€œhorn of antimony (a cosmetic in ancient times)” 
  • Pronunciation: β€œker-ehn”
  • Length: 5 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: Israeli crossover soprano Keren Hadar and American singer-songwriter Keren DeBerg 
  • Variants: Kerren

 

Khadijah

 

  • Origin: Arabic girl name
  • Meaning: Unique girl name which means β€œtrustworthy,” β€œrespected,” or β€œearly baby”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkuh-dee-zhuh”
  • Length: 8 letters, 3 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: Yemeni film producer Khadija al-Salami and Moroccan athlete Khadija Abbouda
  • Variants: Kadijah and Khadija

 

Kiley

 

  • Origin: Noongar – Indigenous Australian unisex name 
  • Meaning: β€œReturning,” β€œboomerang,” β€œgraceful,” or β€œbeautiful”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkai-lee”
  • Length: 5 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: Australian musician and performance artist Kiley Gaffney and American contemporary R&B singer Kiley Dean
  • Variants: Kilee, Kylee, and Kili

 

Kirsten

 

  • Origin: Scandinavian girl name
  • Meaning: β€œFollower of Christ”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkirs-ten”
  • Length: 7 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: American actress of Swedish and German descent Kirsten Dunst and figure skater Kirsten Olson
  • Variants: Christina, Christiana, Kristine, and Kristin

 

Short & 4-Letter K Names For Girls

Kade

 

  • Origin: Scottish unisex name
  • Meaning: Strong name that means β€œsturdy”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkayd”
  • Length: 4 letters, 1 syllable
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000
  • Namesakes: Also a last name (e.g., American author Stacey Kade)
  • Variants: Cade and Kadie

 

Kasi

 

  • Origin: Sanskrit, Irish, and Greek girl name
  • Meaning: β€œThorny tree,” β€œwatchful,” or β€œalert”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkah-see”
  • Length: 4 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: American film director and actress Kasi Lemmons
  • Variants: Kassi

 

Kate

 

  • Origin: Greek and English girl name 
  • Meaning: Charming girl name that means β€œeach of the two” or β€œpure”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkayt”
  • Length: 4 letters, 1 syllable
  • Popularity/Rank: #452
  • Namesakes: American inventor-author Kate Duval Hughes and English actress Kate Winslet 
  • Variants: Cate, Katie, Kat, Kath, Katy, Katya, Cath, and Katja

 

Kaye

 

  • Origin: Greek girl name 
  • Meaning: Lovely name that means β€œrejoice”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkay”
  • Length: 4 letters, 1 syllable
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: American actress and singer Kaye Stevens and author Kaye Dacus
  • Variants: Kae, Kay, and Kai

 

Keke

 

  • Origin: Hawaiian unisex name 
  • Meaning: Sweet name that means β€œpure”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkeh-keh”
  • Length: 4 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: American actress Keke Palmer and gospel singer Keke Wyatt
  • Variants: Kekeh and Kekke

 

Kiki

 

  • Meaning: Beautiful name that means β€œdaughter of a heavenly child,” β€œhope,” β€œdouble happiness,” or β€œnew life or new beginning”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkee-kee”
  • Length: 4 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: Austrian painter, sculptor, and filmmaker Kiki Kogelnik and American feminist artist Kiki Smith 
  • Variants: Kikki

 

Kimi

 

  • Meaning: β€œBeautiful,” β€œdelightful,” β€œjoyful,” β€œupright,” β€œrighteous,” or β€œsecret”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkee-mee”
  • Length: 4 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: Indian Bollywood actress and model Kimi Katkar and Japanese classical composer Kimi Sato
  • Variants: Kimmi and Kimmy

 

Kira

 

  • Meaning: Popular girl name that means β€œthrone,” β€œmistress or lady,” β€œsparkling,” β€œglittering,” or β€œblack” (can also be a black girl name)
  • Pronunciation: β€œkee-rah”
  • Length: 4 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: #390
  • Namesakes: American playwright and author Kira Obolensky and Finnish writer and actress Kira Poutanen
  • Variants: Kirra, Kirah, Keira, and Kiera

 

Kyla

 

  • Origin: English and Gaelic girl name 
  • Meaning: Short name that means β€œslender,” β€œvictorious,” or β€œcrown of laurel”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkai-lah”
  • Length: 4 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: #557
  • Namesakes: American actresses Kyla Kenedy, Kyla Garcia, and Kyla Pratt
  • Variants: Kaila, Kylah, and Keyla

 

Badass K Names For Girls

Kaiya

 

  • Origin: Japanese, Hawaiian, and Native American girl name
  • Meaning: Name with different meanings, including β€œforgiveness,” β€œrestful place,” β€œeldest sister,” β€œwealthy,” or β€œthe sea” (name that means β€œwater”)
  • Pronunciation: β€œkai-uh”
  • Length: 5 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: #907
  • Namesakes: Australian actress Kaiya Jones and celebrity kid Kaiya Bella Luna Stormare, the daughter of Swedish actor Peter Stormare
  • Variants: Kaia, Kaeya, Kayah, and Kaiyah

 

Kamari

 

  • Pronunciation: β€œkah-mah-ree”
  • Length: 6 letters, 3 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: #882
  • Namesakes: Also a place name after Kamari Beach in Greece
  • Variants: Kamarri

 

Karla

 

  • Meaning: β€œWoman of strength”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkar-lah”
  • Length: 5 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: #686
  • Namesakes: Puerto Rican model Karla Aponte and Mexican actress Karla Álvarez
  • Variants: Carla; also a feminine variation of the German boy name β€œKarl”

 

Karol

 

  • Origin: Hungarian gender-neutral name
  • Meaning: β€œManly” or β€œwarrior”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkah-rohl”
  • Length: 5 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: American tennis player Karol Fageros and figure skater Karol Kennedy
  • Variants: Nonbinary version of β€œKarl”

 

Kasey

 

  • Origin: English and American gender-neutral name
  • Meaning: β€œVigilant,” β€œalert,” or β€œwatchful”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkay-see”
  • Length: 5 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: US-based inspirational speaker and author Kasey Altman
  • Variants: Kassie, Casey, and Kaycee

 

Kashiefa

 

  • Origin: Arabic girl name 
  • Meaning: Long girl name that means β€œdiscoverer”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkah-shee-fah”
  • Length: 8 letters, 3 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: South African journalist Kashiefa Ajam and legal secretary Kashiefa Adams
  • Variants: Kasshiefa and Kashieffa

 

Katlego

 

  • Origin: Setswana – African unisex name 
  • Meaning: Cool girl name that means β€œsuccess”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkat-leh-goh”
  • Length: 7 letters, 3 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: South African actress and radio DJ Katlego Danke
  • Variants: Kattlego

 

Khaleesi

 

  • Origin: Dothraki – an invented language by George R.R. Martin used for β€œGame of Thrones”
  • Meaning: β€œQueen”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkuh-lee-see”
  • Length: 8 letters, 3 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: #662
  • Namesakes: The title of fictional character Daenerys Targaryen in β€œGame of Thrones”
  • Variants: None

 

Kyra

 

  • Origin: Greek girl name 
  • Pronunciation: β€œkai-rah”
  • Length: 4 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: #659
  • Namesakes: African-American basketball team coach Kyra Elzy and Canadian soccer player Kyra Dickinson
  • Variants: Kaira, Kyrra, and Kyrah

 

Timeless & Vintage K Names For Baby Girls

Kalliope

 

  • Origin: Ancient Greek name for girls
  • Meaning: Musical girl name that means β€œbeautiful voice”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkuh-lie-uh-pee”
  • Length: 8 letters, 4 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: American artist Kalliope Amorphous and author Kalliope Barlis
  • Variants: Also a version of Calliope, the Greek muse and goddess of epic poetry and eloquence

 

Kamden

 

  • Meaning: Earthy name that means β€œwinding valley”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkam-den”
  • Length: 6 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: None for girls
  • Variants: Also a form of β€œCamden”

 

Kamilah

 

  • Origin: Italian and Arabic girl name
  • Meaning: β€œYoung religious servant” or β€œperfect” 
  • Pronunciation: β€œkah-mee-lah”
  • Length: 7 letters, 3 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: #987
  • Namesakes: American feminist and activist Kamilah Willingham and singer Kamilah Marshall
  • Variants: Kamila, Kamilla, and Camilla

 

Karlotte

 

  • Pronunciation: β€œkar-lot”
  • Length: 8 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: Artist Karlotte Kang Yan
  • Variants: Charlotte, Charlotte, and Karlota

 

Katalina

 

  • Origin: Greek girl name
  • Meaning: Vintage girl name that means β€œpure” or β€œeach of the two”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkah-tah-lee-nah”
  • Length: 8 letters, 4 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: #475
  • Namesakes: None
  • Variants: Another version of Catherine; also spelled as Catalina

 

Kathyanne

 

  • Origin: English girl name
  • Pronunciation: β€œkah-thee-ann”
  • Length: 9 letters, 3 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: American artist Kathyanne White
  • Variants: Kathy Anne and Cathy Ann

 

Khandice

 

  • Origin: Latin girl name
  • Meaning: A name that means β€œclarity,” β€œwhite,” or β€œpure”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkan-dees”
  • Length: 8 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: None
  • Variants: Another version of β€œCandice”

 

Kharissa

 

  • Origin: Latin and Greek girl name
  • Meaning: Name that means β€œgrace” or β€œbeloved”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkah-ree-sah
  • Length: 8 letters, 3 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: Fictional name after an NPC (non-playable character) in the game β€œWorld of Anvil”
  • Variants: Karissa and Charisse

 

Kristina

 

  • Origin: Greek girl name 
  • Meaning: Spiritual name that means β€œfollower of Christ”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkris-tee-nah”
  • Length: 8 letters, 3 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: Russian model and actress Kristina Pimenova and Finnish-American actress Kristina Tonteri-Young
  • Variants: Kristine, Kristiane, Krystina, and Christine

 

Krystal

 

  • Origin: Greek and English girl name
  • Meaning: β€œIce,” β€œclear,” or  β€œearth mineral stones”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkris-tahl”
  • Length: 7 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: American singer Krystal Jung and musical artist Krystal Brimner
  • Variants: A version of β€œCrystal”

 

Baby Girl Names Starting With Ke

Kehlani

 

  • Origin: Polynesian and Hawaiian name for girls
  • Pronunciation: β€œkeh-lah-nee”
  • Length: 7 letters, 3 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: #152
  • Namesakes: American songwriter and singer Kehlani Ashley Parrish
  • Variants: Keilani

 

Keily

 

  • Meaning: Name that means β€œgraceful” or β€œslender”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkay-lee”
  • Length: 5 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: #967
  • Namesakes: None
  • Variants: Kiely and Keilli

 

Keira

 

  • Origin: Irish girl name 
  • Meaning: Also a black girl name that means β€œlittle dark-haired one” or β€œblack-haired”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkee-rah”
  • Length: 5 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: #535
  • Namesakes: American long-distance runner Keira D’Amato and Welsh rugby union player Keira Bevan
  • Variants: Kiera, Keirah, and Keirra

 

Kendra

 

  • Origin: Name with English, Celtic, and Welsh origin
  • Meaning: Strong girl name that means β€œroyal power” or β€œbold power”
  • Pronunciation: β€œken-drah”
  • Length: 6 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: #703
  • Namesakes: American competitive pair skater Kendra Moyle and American hurdler (obstacle racer) Kendra Harrison
  • Variants: Kindra and Kenddra

 

Kenley

 

  • Origin: English unisex name 
  • Meaning: Nature name that means that means β€œroyal meadow” or β€œthe king’s meadow”
  • Pronunciation: β€œken-lee”
  • Length: 6 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: None for girls
  • Variants: Kenlee and Kenleigh

 

Kenna 

 

  • Origin: American and Gaelic girl name 
  • Pronunciation: β€œken-uh”
  • Length: 5 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: #681
  • Namesakes: Also a last name (e.g., Canadian journalist Kathleen Kenna)
  • Variants: A version of the Scottish boy name Kenneth

 

Kenya

 

  • Origin: Hebrew gender-neutral name 
  • Meaning: Cute girl name that means β€œanimal horn” or β€œmountain of white”
  • Pronunciation: β€œken-yah”
  • Length: 5 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: American writer Kenya D. Williamson and singer Kenya Bell
  • Variants: Kenia and Kennya

 

Keva

 

  • Origin: Irish and Gaelic girl name 
  • Meaning: β€œGentle,” β€œbeautiful,” or β€œprecious” 
  • Pronunciation: β€œkee-vah”
  • Length: 4 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000
  • Namesakes: Keva DeVelle Horry, the former wife of American former basketball player Robert Horry
  • Variants: Keeva and Kieva

 

Keziah

 

  • Origin: Hebrew unisex name
  • Meaning: Nature name that means β€œcassia tree (also a sweet-scented spice),” β€œspice tree,” or a spiritual name that means β€œrestored to the heart of God”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkeh-zee-yah”
  • Length: 6 letters, 3 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: Biblical girl name after the second of Job’s beautiful daughters
  • Other namesakes include British Olympic player and rhythmic gymnast Keziah Gore
  • Variants: Cassia and Kezzia

 

Some K Names To Consider That Might Be Outdated

Kamryn

 

  • Meaning: β€œCrooked nose”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkam-reen”
  • Length: 6 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: #531
  • Namesakes: American ballerina Kamryn Baldwin and Surinamese-Dutch singer Kamryn Belle
  • Variants: Cameron and Camreen

 

Karen

 

  • Origin: Danish and Greek girl name
  • Meaning: A name that receives some negative connotation in recent times, but this ancient Greek name means β€œpure”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkeh-ruhn”
  • Length: 5 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: American track and road cyclist  Karen Dunne and voice actress Karen Strassman 
  • Variants: Keren and Karren

 

Karma

 

  • Origin: Sanskrit girl name
  • Meaning: β€œDestiny,” β€œfate,” or β€œwhat goes around comes around”
  • Pronunciation: β€œkaar-muh”
  • Length: 5 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: American children’s author Karma Wilson and celebrity kid Karma Cephus Bridges, the daughter of American rapper Ludacris
  • Variants: Karrma

 

Kensington

 

  • Origin: English unisex name 
  • Meaning: Old-fashioned name that means β€œthe town of Cynsige’s people”
  • Pronunciation: β€œken-sing-ton”
  • Length: 10 letters, 3 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: Celebrity kids Kensington Kelly Brown (the daughter of β€œLaguna Beach” TV personalities Sean Brown and Casey Reinhardt) and Kensington Calhoun Ravenel (the daughter of β€œSouthern Charm” reality TV personalities Kathryn Dennis and Thomas Ravenel)
  • Variants: Kenssington and Kensingtton

 

Kerry

 

  • Origin: Irish unisex name 
  • Meaning: β€œBlack-haired”
  • Also refers to the people of County Kerry
  • Pronunciation: β€œkeh-ree”
  • Length: 5 letters, 2 syllables
  • Popularity/Rank: 1,000+
  • Namesakes: English singer and stage actress Kerry Ellis and American actress Kerry Washington 
  • Variants: Kerri and Carey

 

Bonus: Middle Names To Pair With K Girl Names

  • Kara Rose
  • Kassidy Anne
  • Kamille Jane
  • Kaylani Marian
  • Kinsleigh Gab
  • Kristine Grace
  • Kora Marie

 

FAQs

What Does Kyra Mean? 

Kyra is a baby girl name of Greek origin that means β€œlady or female ruler.”

 

What Should I Consider In Choosing My Baby Girl’s K Name?

Knowing the name’s meaning can help you make the right choice for your little one. 

For example, while many exotic or foreign names look cute and unique, it’s important to know what they mean because the word might actually be bad or embarrassing in that language.

It’s also good to check the resulting acronym for your baby’s name or how the combination of their first and middle names might sound. Many names sound good individually but can seem strange or bad if used together.

A good way to catch this is to say the names out loud.

 

Other Baby Name Lists By Letter

 

More Baby Name Themes To Consider

 

 

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