Female and male first names beginning with the letter “K”..
KIRKWOOD
MaleRare Scottish given name derived from habitational surnames, meaning 'church wood,' symbolizing growth and resilience.
KIRO
MaleBulgarian male given name derived from the word "киро" meaning 'lord' or 'master'.
KIROLLOS
MaleEgyptian male name derived from the Greek Kyrillos, meaning "lord" or "master," associated with Saint Cyril of Alexandria.
KIROLOS
MaleEgyptian name of historic importance, believed to mean "power" or "strength," derived from the ancient name Kiroulos, carried by notable figures like Kirolos, a high-ranking Roman-era official in Egypt.
KIRON
MaleGreek-derived name meaning "lord" or "master", associated with the wise centaur Chiron from Greek mythology.
KIROS
MaleEthiopian given name meaning 'mercy', reflecting the cultural value of compassion and widely recognized but deeply rooted in Ethiopian tradition.
KIRPA
FemaleIndian name derived from Sanskrit 'kirpā', meaning 'compassion' or 'mercy'.
KIRRA
FemaleAustralian Aboriginal feminine given name meaning 'sea cave', derived from the coastal town Kirra in New South Wales.
KIRRAH
FemaleArabic feminine name meaning 'fortress' or 'stronghold', symbolizing strength and resilience, with historical notable rulers bearing this name.
KIRSEY
FemaleRare, distinctive given name of unknown origin, often chosen for its sound or personal significance despite lacking clear meaning or historical context.
KIRSHA
FemaleSlavic girls' name derived from the Russian word for sour cherry, symbolizing sweetness and beauty, with historical roots in Russia and wishes of good fortune.
KIRSI
FemaleUnique Finnish feminine name meaning 'cherry', symbolizing springtime beauty and renewal.
KIRSTA
FemaleScandinavian female name derived from 'kistr', meaning 'chest'. It signifies strength and resilience.
KIRSTAN
FemaleRare, unisex Scottish name derived from 'Cristan', meaning 'follower of Christ'.
KIRSTEE
FemaleUnique Scottish name derived from Christina, meaning "follower of Christ." The addition of an extra 'e' makes it distinctive yet rooted in tradition.
KIRSTEIN
FemaleUnique female given name of Scandinavian origin, derived from the Old Norse word "kirstni" meaning "Church". It was originally used as a surname but has since become popular as a first name for girls.
KIRSTEN
FemaleNorwegian name of Old Norse origin meaning "Christian," popularized by Scandinavian royalty and immigrants worldwide.
KIRSTEN
MaleFeminine given name of Scandinavian origin, derived from Old Norse elements "kirkja" meaning "church" and "sten" meaning "stone", originally used as a diminutive for names beginning with "kir-".
KIRSTEY
FemaleCharming Scottish feminine name derived from Mac Giolla Chhrìost, meaning "son of the follower of Christ.
KIRSTI
FemaleFeminine given name of Scandinavian origin, derived from Old Norse Gyrid, meaning "peaceful spear".
KIRSTIAN
FemaleUnique, Scottish-derived name meaning "follower of Christ," popularized in medieval Scotland for baptized children.
KIRSTIE
FemaleScottish feminine given name derived from the Gaelic word 'Crist', meaning 'Christian'.
KIRSTIEN
FemaleKirsten is a Scandinavian female name derived from Old Norse 'Hristingr', meaning 'bending warrior'.
KIRSTIN
FemaleUnique feminine name of Scottish origin, derived from Kirsty or Cristina, meaning 'follower of Christ'. It also has Scandinavian roots, associated with the Old Norse Guðrún, meaning 'golden warrior', reflecting strength and independence.
KIRSTINA
FemaleScandinavian name derived from Guðrún, meaning 'God's protection', with a modern interpretation as 'Follower of Christ'.
KIRSTINE
FemaleUnique Scandinavian feminine name derived from Old Norse Kirstin, meaning 'church stone' or 'rock of faith'.
KIRSTON
FemaleRare Scottish name derived from the surname Christie, which means "son of Christ" in Scottish Gaelic.
KIRSTOPHER
MaleScandinavian name derived from Kristófer, meaning 'bearer of Christ.' It honors Saint Christopher, the patron saint of travelers, and gained popularity during the Middle Ages due to widespread devotion to him.
KIRSTY
FemaleScottish feminine given name derived from 'Cristine', meaning 'follower of Christ' in Latin.
KIRSTYN
FemaleUnique Scottish name derived from the Old Norse Hrísþór, meaning 'strong Thor'.
KIRSTYNN
FemaleCaptivating Scottish feminine name derived from Christina, meaning 'follower of Christ.' It gained popularity during the Celtic Revival and remains distinctive with variations like Kirstin/Kirsty/Kirstie/Kirsten. Historically, Kirstynn has been associated with notable figures such as Clan Chief Kirsty MacDonald and literary characters like Kirsty Mitchell in Sir Walter Scott's works.
KIRSY
FemaleUncommon given name with unknown origins, not derived from any known language or mythology, and its meaning remains mysterious.
KIRT
MaleThe name Kirt originates from Sanskrit, meaning 'pure', derived from the word 'kirti' which translates to 'fame' or 'glory'. In Hindu culture, Kirt is associated with Lord Krishna, symbolizing purity and divine qualities. Although traditionally a male name, it has gained some acceptance as gender-neutral due to global influences on naming practices.
KIRTAN
MaleRare and meaningful Indian name derived from Sanskrit 'kirtana', meaning 'musical praise'. Traditionally associated with Hindu culture, it has been used since ancient times for children born into families involved in devotional singing practices.
KIRTANA
FemaleIndian name derived from the Sanskrit word 'kirtan', meaning 'narrative song' or 'glorification'.
KIRTHANA
FemaleIndian female name derived from Sanskrit, combining 'kirthi' (fame) and 'anah' (grace), meaning "graceful fame".
KIRTHIK
MaleIndian Tamil boy's name meaning 'glory' or 'splendor', associated with Hindu gods Ganesha and Murugan, symbolizing prosperity, success, and strength.
KIRTI
FemaleSanskrit-derived name meaning 'fame' or 'glory', associated with the Hindu goddess of fame and wealth.
KIRTIS
MaleUncommon Indian name derived from Sanskrit, meaning 'of fame' or 'of glory'.
KIRTLAND
MaleRare American given name derived from the English surname Kirkeby, meaning 'church town'.