Female and male first names beginning with the letter “K”..

Rare, distinctive name of unknown origin and meaning, popularized recently in English-speaking countries, with no historical associations or traditional meanings.

Knave is a rare English given name derived from 'knave,' originally meaning 'servant' but evolving to denote deceitfulness.

Unique African American given name created from Kenya and 'isha' (Swahili for "God is gracious"), reflecting East African roots and cultural pride.

Captivating Hebrew name meaning "palace" or "temple", originally used for females of high status during the Second Temple period and associated with notable Jewish figures like sage Knesha ben Haqqad.

Rare, Slavic name of Polish and Russian origin, believed to mean "prince" or "lord," though its true meaning remains unclear.

Rare yet charming French name derived from 'knic', meaning 'knot' or 'node'.

Distinctive given name of English origin, derived from the Old English word 'cniht', meaning 'boy' or 'young man'. Over time, it evolved to be associated with knighthood and chivalry.

English name derived from 'knight', signifying bravery, strength, and honor.

Modern American unisex name coined in the late 20th century, believed to combine 'Knight' (servant) and 'Lee' (clearing).

English given name derived from the occupational surname 'Knightley', originally referring to a knight's servant or retainer.

English name derived from "knightly," meaning "resembling or befitting a knight." Originally a surname for brave and honorable individuals, it transitioned to being used as a given name in recent times, though still relatively rare.

Distinctive English given name derived from 'knight', signifying bravery, honor, and chivalry.

Rare English given name derived from 'knight', meaning 'warrior or protector'. Its meaning associates with chivalry, suggesting bravery, nobility, and loyalty.

English given name derived from "cnyt" meaning 'knight' and "-ton" denoting 'settlement'. It reflects the Middle Ages era when knights were highly valued protectors, with several towns like Knighton, Powys in Wales named after them.

African name of Igbo origin, meaning "peacemaker" or "one who brings together".

African name from Nigeria's Igbo people, meaning "God will do it".

Rare, unconventional given name of unknown origin, used in recent times despite lacking historical, cultural, or etymological context.

Hebrew origin, meaning "God is gracious." It is a variant spelling of Kanya, also Hebrew, meaning "grace.

Rare Hebrew name meaning "strong" or "firm," gaining recent popularity for its uniqueness and powerful significance.

Meet Knoa, a unique name of unknown origin and unexplained meaning, yet one that has gained recognition throughout history.

Rare, distinct name of unknown origin, possibly a variant of the Welsh 'Cynw' meaning 'chief', but its true meaning and history remain mysterious.

Distinctive Hebrew name meaning "God is gracious," derived from Yochanan (John), with biblical roots and modern appeal.

Rare English given name, likely derived from the occupational surname Knoll (meaning 'small hill') or Old Norse personal name Knútr ('knot' or 'strong'), with no prominent historical figure associated.

Rare, unique name of uncertain origin, with possible ties to Welsh names like Cynwal or variant spellings such as Knowles/Knoll.

Rare but charming German name derived from 'Knolle', meaning 'bulb' or 'tuber', popularized by celebrities like Brooklyn Decker.

Unique, Slavic-derived given name that means 'book'.

Uncommon Irish name meaning "little hound", derived from ancient Irish word Cnolán. It has historical significance as it was used in medieval Ireland for small dogs or puppies.

Rare Germanic boy's name derived from the Old German word "knollen," meaning "to form into a ball" or "to knot.

Rare Welsh name meaning 'leader' or 'chief', reflecting its historic significance in ancient Welsh culture.

Rare Hungarian name derived from "knorr," meaning "cabbage," but not intended to reflect personality traits. It has historical significance, with notable figures like poet Knori Nagy, yet remains lesser-known outside Hungary despite its charm and uniqueness.

Rare, modern name of unknown origin, possibly invented for its unique sound and potential association with 'novel' meaning new or original.

Distinctive Hebrew name meaning "God is gracious," appearing in biblical genealogy but recently used as a given name.

English given name of African origin, specifically from the Ashanti tribe in Ghana, meaning "understanding" or "knowledge". It was created by American slaves blending their African cultural heritage with European naming traditions.

Uncommon given name of African-American origin, derived from the English word 'knowledge', meaning 'the state or fact of knowing'.

Rare English given name derived from an Old English occupational surname meaning 'knowledge keeper or historian'. It's associated with wisdom, history, and preserving knowledge across generations.

Rare yet appealing unisex given name of Scottish origin, derived from the Middle English word 'knokken', meaning 'round headed'. Though originally used as a nickname for those with round heads or bald pates, Knox has evolved to be chosen for its unique sound and has gained popularity in recent years.

Scottish-origin given name derived from "Cú Chnoic," meaning "hound of Knox." It was historically used as a surname before becoming popular in recent decades.

Rare, recently coined name with uncertain origins and meanings.

Distinctive given name of uncertain origin, with no widely accepted meaning or derivation, making it uniquely mysterious and appealing to those seeking uncommon yet meaningful names.

Rare girls' name of unknown origin, first popular in the late 19th century USA, with some speculating it's a variant of Scottish 'Knox', but its meaning remains unclear.