30 Stunning Baby Names That Start With a K

Kai made it onto the list of top 100 baby names in 2019 and continues to be a popular choice for parents today, especially among those White Lotus fans. According to Baby Center, the name Kai means "sea," is of Hawaiian origin and is a nickname for many German and Scandinavian names.

Stars like Kylie Minogue and Kylie Jenner have popularized this name which is the feminine form of the more masculine Kyle. Kylie is of Scottish origin and means "boomerang, narrow channel," according to Nameberry.

Khalid is derived from the Arabic word "khalada," meaning "to last forever," "eternal," or "immortal." The name has gained popularity in recent years thanks to celebrities including DJ Khaled and American-singer Khalid.

Kendall started off as a boys name, however, it has also been popularized as a girls name with the help of Kendall Jenner. According to Nameberry, Kendall means "valley of the river Kent" and was more commonly used as a surname in reference to the town of Kendale in England during its early stages.

Looking for an Irish name for your newborn? Kiera is a popular pick that means "little dark one." If you're a fan of Keira Knightley, then this may also be a good pick for you too although the spelling is slightly different.

For those baby boys, the name Kendrick is a suitable option that is Scottish for "royal ruler, champion; home ruler." Its pinnacle of popularity was in 2013, however, it still has a spot in the top 500 baby names in the United States.

Kaitlin used to be a more popular name in the early 2000s, however, it's still a classic if you're looking for something of Irish descent. It means "pure" and many people with this name go by nicknames Kate or Katie.

According to Nameberry, the name Kimberly started off as a boy name meaning "Cyneburga's meadow." These days the name is more commonly given to baby girls alongside the nickname Kim.

Kaseem, also spelled Kasim, is a boy name of Arabic origin that means "one who divides fairly" or "distributor." For those more religious people, you may recognize it as the name of one of Prophet Muhammad's sons.

Kamari is a boys and girls name that's Arabic for "moonlight." It's a popular pick for members of the African-American community as it sounds similar to other common names such as Amari and Jamari.

Kristen is a name of Danish origin meaning "a Christian." It used to be a name given to those followers of Christ but over time has transitioned to an everyday name. Plus, for those Disney fans, you may be familiar with the name from actress Kristen Bell who voices Princess Anna in Frozen.

Kameron is a unisex name that means "crooked nose." It's often spelled with a 'C,' however, this spelling is on the rise these days. More than 800 boys in the United States are given this name each year, according to Nameberry.

This name is unique in the fact that it has both Irish and Persian roots. Kian means "ancient; king." You may recognize the name from social media as it's shared by YouTube creator Kian Lawley.

Keegan is Irish for "son of Egan" and has a unique 'ee' spelling that gives it a more friendly touch. Fans of Pretty Little Liars may be familiar with Keegan Allen who starred on the show which aired between 2010 and 2017.

Short for Kerrigan, Kerry is an Irish name that means "dark" or "dark haired." Broadway fans may recognize the name from Kerry Butler who starred as Penny Pingleton in Hairspray and Barbara Maitland in Beetlejuice.

Kobe is a name of mixed origin and means "tortoise" or "turtle" in Swahili, according to The Bump. Basketball fans who were fans of Kobe Bryant may want to choose this name to honor the legendary basketball player who passed away in 2020.

Katarina comes from Greek origin and means "pure." This name is popular in Eastern European countries and is considered to be a variation of Catherine.

Kandace is a more modern spelling of the traditional 'Candace' that gained popularity in the late 1970s. This sweet and endearing name is a great pick for a baby girl and it rolls right off the tongue.

The name Kalani is trending upwards for both girls and boys meaning "the heavens." It's of Hawaiian and Finnish origin and is in the top 400 names in the US alongside Kai.

Kareem is of Arabic origin and means "noble, generous." It was recognized as one of the fastest growing names in 2022, according to Nameberry. Sports fans may recognize the name thanks to Kareem Abdul-Jabbar or Karim Benzema.