Female and male first names beginning with the letter “K”..
KEREEN
FemaleUnusual, exotic girl's name with uncertain origins, possibly derived from Welsh Keryn meaning 'little dark-haired girl'.
KEREK
MaleKerek: A Hungarian name derived from 'kereku', meaning 'round'.
KEREL
MaleKarel is a Czech name derived from Slavic elements meaning "strong people," notable as borne by Saint Wenceslaus III and Emperor Charles I.
KEREM
FemaleTurkish name with the meaning "charming" or "attractive." It holds historical importance as it was the name of a renowned 16th-century poet and has religious significance in Islam. Despite its growing international recognition, Kerem remains deeply rooted in Turkish culture and history.
KEREM
MaleCaptivating Turkish name meaning 'grace' or 'mercy', carrying cultural significance and historical popularity during the Ottoman Empire.
KEREN
FemaleBeautiful Hebrew name meaning "horn" or "ray," signifying strength, power, and radiance.
KERENA
FemaleUnique Hebrew female name meaning 'ray' or 'beam', associated with light and divine guidance in Jewish tradition.
KERENSA
FemaleRare and beautiful Cornish girl's name meaning 'little dark-haired one', derived from the Cornish word Kerenhys and believed to have roots in the Welsh name Ceridwen.
KERENZA
FemaleWelsh female given name derived from the word 'keren', meaning 'love' or 'affection'.
KERESA
FemaleUnique and beautiful name with unknown origins. Its meaning remains uncertain but may be interpreted as "she who excels over men" like Cassandra, or "to enclose/surround" similar to Kerstin. Despite its unclear history, Keresa stands out as a captivating choice for a child's name due to its uniqueness and mysterious past.
KERI
MaleIrish name meaning "dark-haired", derived from the Irish word "coire". It was popular among Irish nobility in the Middle Ages and is still widely used today, often associated with the goddess Ker.
KERI
FemaleIrish name meaning 'dark-haired', derived from 'cairbre'.
KERIA
FemaleUnique African female name derived from Swahili "kera" meaning moon, symbolizing gentle spirit and abundance.
KERIAH
FemaleUnique Hebrew name meaning 'crown', signifying royalty and beauty.
KERIAN
MaleDistinctive name of Welsh origin, derived from the word "Carreg," meaning "rock." It symbolizes strength and stability, reflecting the solidity of a rock.
KERIAN
FemaleCaptivating Welsh name derived from ancient Celtic 'Caranthus', meaning 'the beloved'. Notable figures like prince Kerian ap Cynddylan and poet Kerian Evans have carried this name throughout history.
KERIANA
FemaleUnique female name of Welsh origin, derived from "ceri," meaning love or beloved, associated with the wise and powerful goddess Cerridwen.
KERIANN
FemaleDistinctive Welsh name derived from Caradog, meaning "beloved." It's a feminine variant of Caradog, used historically by notable figures like Lord Rhys and associated with the legendary hero Caradog Freichfras.
KERIANNA
FemaleCaptivating Welsh name derived from Ceridwen, meaning 'lovely' or 'fair-haired', and associated with wisdom and creativity in Welsh mythology.
KERIANNE
FemaleUnique Welsh name derived from Ceri or Ker, meaning 'love' in Welsh. It was popular among Welsh nobility during the Middle Ages and has since become an uncommon but beloved female given name.
KERIC
MaleDistinctive Celtic name derived from Welsh 'Ceredig', meaning 'spear-strong' or 'ardent warrior', and is also linked to Breton 'Ceric', adding a connection to Celtic mythology.
KERICA
FemaleDistinctive name of unknown origin, its meaning shrouded in mystery but adding to its allure.
KERICK
MaleIrish name of ancient Gaelic origin, derived from Ciarach, meaning "dark-haired". It has historically been associated with strength, leadership and wisdom, having been borne by notable figures such as King Ciarach mac Dinnen in the 7th century.
KERIE
FemaleUncommon Irish name derived from Ó Corra, meaning "descendant of Corra", an ancient personal name associated with lively spirits and joy.
KERIEL
MaleHebrew name meaning 'crown' or 'diadem', symbolizing royalty and leadership, with historical ties to ancient Jewish tradition.
KERIELLE
FemaleFrench feminine name derived from 'cerise', meaning 'cherry'.
KERIGAN
FemaleIrish given name derived from the surname Ó Ciaragáin, meaning "descendant of the little dark-haired one". It was originally used as a surname in medieval Ireland but has since evolved into a unisex first name.
KERILEE
FemaleRare and enchanting Hawaiian-origin female name derived from combining 'Kawai', meaning 'sea', with '-lee', signifying 'child'. It signifies 'sea child' or 'child of the sea'.
KERILYN
FemaleUnique American girl's name created by Stephen King for his novel "Insomnia". It combines the elements "Keri" and "-lyn", signifying beauty, and is associated with qualities like creativity, individuality, and strength.
KERILYNN
FemaleUnique Irish-derived name that translates to "fair-haired," inspired by the legendary figure Caoilfhionn, known for her beauty and wisdom in uniting warring tribes.
KERIM
MaleDistinctively Turkish name that signifies nobility or generosity, popularized by the 16th-century statesman Kerim Pasha and still commonly used today.
KERIN
MaleRare Irish female name derived from the surname Ó Cearáin, meaning "descendant of little dark one," associated with creativity, independence, and ambition.
KERIN
FemaleIrish name derived from 'Ó Ceirin', meaning 'descendant of Ciarán' (dark/black), associated with Saint Ciarán of Saigir.
KERINA
FemaleRare yet captivating feminine name of Slavic origin, derived from the element 'kery' meaning 'lord', translating to 'little lady'.
KERINGTON
FemaleUnique African name derived from Swahili, meaning 'to cry out' or 'to shout'.
KERION
MaleRare and unique given name with unknown origins, making its meaning and etymology unclear.
KERIONA
FemaleIrish girl's name derived from Ceara, meaning "dark-haired," with a historic association to Saint Ciarán of Saigir.
KERIONNA
FemaleUnique and beautiful Welsh name that means 'musician' and has been associated with legendary Welsh bards throughout history.
KERIS
FemaleCaptivating Hawaiian name derived from 'keli'i', meaning 'the dark one', originally associated with powerful chiefs and warriors.
KERISA
FemaleUnique female given name of African origin, meaning "born on a Sunday" in the Ashanti language of Ghana.