American baby names starting with K

A Man, Strong, Vigorous, Manly

Graceful, Little Gentle One, Lovable, Beloved

Victory and People, Variant of Nicolette, Necklace, Victorious

Lumpy, Round, Gentle, Barrel-maker

Nallavan, Wrist

The Element Tun Which Means Town Settlement Homestead, Where Hawks Fly

Husband, Man

Ancient

Keel Town

Handsome

A Scottish name meaning “crooked nose,” it has broad appeal.

Sweetheart

Spelling Variant of Cambria Referring to Wales, From Wales

Dusky, Black Haired Men, Inspired By the Eponymous Irish County, Queen

A rugged, modern choice with Western flair, Kolter rides the line between cowboy and cool.

Name of a County, Dark, Queen, Dusky

A fresh K-twist on Cooper, this English-origin name means “barrel maker.”

Crown of Laurel, Beautiful, Graceful, Narrow

Keel, Standing in for Ship, A Place Name Alluding to a River

Sun Rays, Ray of Light, The Element Kirana Meaning Thread Dust, Divine

Pure, Cady, Rhyming Variant of Katy

Helper to the Priest, Attendant of Temple, Free-born, From a Roman Family Name

Descendant of Caollaidhe

A Flower Name and Place Name

Poem, Water

Of Greek origins, this name means “noble lord or lady,”

Moon Goddess, Elements of Nature, Divine, Heavenly

From the King's Meadow, Kingsley

English Meaning Sharp, Ancient, Distant

Cinnamon, Cinnamon-Like Bark

Powerful, Lord of the Mountain, A Pilgrimage at Himalayas

Descendant of Caollaidhe

Pretty, Beloved, Dear, The Pure

Kingsley, From the King's Meadow

Christ Carrier

Slender and Fair, Companion

This alternative spelling adds flair to the name Camden.

Friend

British in root and meaning “clay settlement,” Klayton is a grounded, modern twist.

Confidant, Friend, Companion, Little Battle

Beloved, The Pure, Pretty, Dear

Young, Friend, Lover

A Strong Warrior

The Pure, God is Fullness, Torture, Virginal

A Church, The Element Caol Which Means Narrow Slender, Near the Chapel, Crowned with Laurel

Golden

A hardworking man, Judge

Son of Coinneach

Glory, Fame

Gentle, Loved One, Handsome, Comely

Royal Valley, Surname Referring to Kent in England

Strong, Vigorous

Beautiful River

Wise Leader

From the Royal Fortress Meadow

Lord, Master, 'Lord, Far-Sighted

Beautiful, Love

Graceful, Descendant of Caollaidhe, Pure

Poem, Water, World, Universe

Greatest Champion, Knowledge, Family Ruler, Prophetess

Princess

Center, Water Baby, Knowing, Knowledge

Fair and Slender, Companion

Clumsy Person

Descendant of Caollaidhe

A Church, Near the Chapel, Strait, The Element Caol Which Means Narrow Slender

Beloved, Gentle Kind, Loved One, Graceful

A Place-name Referring to the Narrows, Fair and Handsome, Archer, Victory

German in origin, Kolby means “mace” or “club.”

Rosebud, Beloved, Laurel, Keeper of the Keys

Gentle, Lumpy, Barrel-maker, Round

Successor, Viceroy, Caliph, To Succeed

The Word Mac Which Means Son, Descendant of Aodhagán, Little Fiery One

Companion, Fair and Slender

Disciple of the Christ, Christian Woman, Anointed, Christ-bearer

Beloved, Dear, Love, Friend

Shawn, Ke

Another Name for Lord Vishnu

Kin Bold

Yahweh is Gracious, Diminutive of Jack, He who Supplants

Zimtblute, Cinnamon, Cassia, A Plant Name

From the Church Village

Surrounded By Light

Keeper of the Keys, Pure, Stream, Mighty Warrior

Christian, Disciple of Christ

Royal Ruler

Faithful Dog, Whole Hearted, Devotion, Brave

Tailor

To Be Strong, Foot-soldier, Curly Haired, Man from Troyes

Royal Valley Referring to Kent in England

Canyon

A contemporary name gaining attention for its bold style.

Of the Royal House, King's Town, King is One of Several Titles Occasionally Used as Given Names

Magical, Family Ruler, Prophetess, Knowing

One Blessing

Keeper of the Keys, Pure

Attractive One

Spelling Variant of Cambria Referring to Wales, From Wales

Loved By God, Beloved One, Courageous Hero who Killed Goliath King of Israel

The Element Cian Meaning Ancient, Distant

Rough-headed, Helmeted Chief, Armoured Head

Eastern African in origin, this unisex name means “adventurous traveler.”

Song, Fruitful Orchard

Bearer of Christ, To Carry, Christ-bearer

Helpful, Cushion, Helper, Pillow

Friend

The Word Mac Which Means Son, Descendant of Aodhagán, Little Fiery One

The Fortified Tower, Little Champion, Strong, Man

Small and Slim, Narrow, Slender, Companion

Coal Town, Dark Settlement

Ugly Head, Rough-headed, Helmeted Chief

Bearing Christ, To Carry, Christ-bearer

Swamp, The Element Caol Which Means Narrow Slender

Little Fiery One, The Word Mac Which Means Son, Descendant of Aodhagán

Son of Finley

The Elements Karmel Meaning Fruit Garden Fruitful Land, Bright Red, Our Lady of Mount Carmel

Town, Place Name, Height and Village, Fair

This modern Irish name means “brave in battle.”

Pure, Keeper of the Keys

A contemporary spin on Aiden, this is a modern invention.

Island, Brave, Ship

Successor, Viceroy, Caliph, To Succeed

Armoured Head, Rough-headed, Helmeted Chief

Fair, Priceless, Black, Grace

Carrying Christ

Constant, The Steadfast, Resolute

Divine, Heavenly, Moon Goddess, Brown Hills

Cushion

Virginal, Expensive, Clear, The Pure

Beneficent, King, Noble, Generous

Hill, From the Hills

Long-awaited child, Celebrated

A global name of Hebrew and Swahili origin, it means “supplanter” and “tortoise.”

Son of Harry, Royal Ruler, Surname

A Strong Warrior

Little Battle, Friend, Companion

Lion, A Character In Shahnameh

Dark Settlement, Town of Colt-breeding