American boy names starting with K

A poetic Japanese name, Kaito have meanings like “ocean” and “soar.”

First-Born

Irish in origin and related to Ciarán, this moody name means “little dark-haired one.”

Often short for Calvin, Kal is simple and strong, with Latin origins meaning “bald.”

A Monsoon Flower, Greatest Champion

A combination of Kai and Kylo.

Born on a Tuesday

Parrot

Peaceful One

Something Special

Irish in origin and meaning “little dark one,” this name is gradually gaining gender-neutral popularity.

Strength, Force, From the Protected Farm, Diminutive of Gertrude

Swamp, From the Swampy Place

A modern invention, this American name combines boldness with healing.

One from the Pointed Hill, From the Pointed Hill

Of Arabic origin, Kiyan means “existence” or “king.”

Derived from the German word for “emperor.”

An American favorite, Kayson is a modern invention often interpreted as meaning “healer.”

Companion, Little Battle, Friend

From the Church's Forest, Church Forest

Harmony And Beauty, Beautiful Peace

Scottish in origin, it means “son of the marsh-dwellers.”

Perhaps, Boiled or Baked Buckwheat

Rooted in Arabic and Hawaiian, this gentle name means “benevolence” or “sea,” and was chosen by Gigi Hadid and Zayn Malik for their daughter.

This Hawaiian name meaning “voice” or “sound” is perfect for a future singer.

Cassia tree, Chubby baby

Defends the Family, Cene, Beautiful and Wealthy, Bold Defender

Rising Irish variant of Kian meaning "guide" or "leading."

Irish in root, this fresh update on Ryan means “ancient” and has steadily grown in appeal.

Well: Descendant, Outspoken, Knot, the Daring

With Gaelic and Hebrew roots, Kaine means “little warrior” or “acquired.”

A Brash Lady

A bold variant of Colt, this English name suggests strength.

This strong Hawaiian name means “warrior” and also refers to a native tree prized for its strength and grace.

Rooted in English, it means “case-maker” or “box.”

Poem, Water

Kay

Little One Child

A Kingly Man, Beneficent, Charitable

Sky

Hurdling, Cote

Strong

Built off Kyle with the -en suffix, this Gaelic-inspired name means “narrow” or “straight.”

1 Tree, One Tree

Falcon

Kindness, Grace

Victory of the People, Pup, Oak Meadow, Puppy

Reine, Quiet, Clean, Clear

Lord

From the Spring, Source

Boy born on Monday

A medieval German name meaning “club.”

Derived from Cameron, it keeps Scottish clan heritage intact.

High

From the Greek word for “Lord,” Kyrie stands as a strong spiritual name.

Vast, Strong

Senior, Warrior, Bigger, Greater

Celtic in origin and linked to Greek myth, Kyron means “little dark-haired one” or nods to the wise centaur Chiron.

Our Lady of Mount Carmel, Garden, Bright Red, Fruitful Land

A sleek mix of Crew and True, Krue brings energy and modernity

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

American in origin and popularized by fantasy fiction, Kaladin may mean "born unto eternity."

Victory of the People

Keon

An Americanized spelling of Colton, it means “coal town.”

Husband, Man

Brown Hills

Live One

A Hebrew name meaning “priest,” it’s a contemporary spelling of Cohen.

Clumsy Person

Warden, Brave and Strong, Guard, Royal

Slender, Narrow, Swamp

The Chronicles of Narnia

The Steadfast

This American creation draws from “cash” and common -ton meaning "town."

Diamond

A Scottish surname-style name meaning “son of Carr,” with modern appeal.

Fog, Mist

Boy Born on Monday

Modest Truth

One who is Noble

Wise First Son

From the word Crew, this American name represents unity.

Fight, Sea, Kaja, Quarrel

Slave to God, Servant

Canon, Priest, Occupational Name, Official of the Church

Plant

A variant of Cree, this Native American tribe name also appears in comics and pop culture.

From the Dark Farmstead, Coal Town

Crowned with Laurel, Slender, A Place-name Referring to the Narrows, Channel

Native American and Japanese in origin, Koda means “friend” or “rice paddy of happiness.”

Prince, Respect, Two

Another Name of Lord Krishna

An English name meaning “belief” or “guiding principle.”

Surname, Occupational, Clay-pit Worker, Mud

This Irish name means “slender” or “fair,” and also connects to nature via Scandinavian ties to “stream” or “river.”

Priest

Friend

An American mash-up of Kyle and Aiden, Kyden means “narrow little fire.”

This versatile name can mean “battle-mighty,” “free man,” or even “spring water.”

Cadence

Pollen, Saffron, Lion

Noble, Generous

Little Battle, Friend, Companion

Inlet, Clear

Coal Town, Dark Settlement

A regal West African name meaning “kingly.”

A Hawaiian form of John meaning “God is gracious.”

The Element Caol Which Means Narrow Slender, Swamp

Emerging Sun

Tall Slope, From High Mountain

Anointed Christian, Christ-bearer

From the Dark Farmstead, Coal Town

Companion, Friend, Little Battle

King, Something Special, Lord Ram

To be Clever, Coal, Wisdom, Knowledge

Of the South Wind People

A Latin variation of Calvin, it means “little bald one.”

An eye-catching variant of Cairo, Kyro means “victorious one” or “master."

This edgy modern name stems from “cross,” offering religious symbolism.

He who was Born In a Dark Place

Brave, Acacia Tree, Alert, Similar to the Irish Name Casey

Kohl

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

Variant of Cayley Lovely, Fortress, Most Beautiful, Lark

French in origin and meaning “driver of a cart,” this name brings a luxe-meets-labor.

Slender, Swamp

Righteous One

Swahili and Arabic in background, this poetic name translates to “moonlight.”

Kindness, Magnanimity

Related to Kyron or Kieran, Kyrin hints at “dark-haired one” or noble origins.

Blessing, Rapture Reverence, Verzückende, Wise

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

A name rooted in Scottish and Irish tradition, Kion means “Yahweh is gracious” and appears in The Lion Guard.

Lord

Sea, Fight, Katharina, The Element Gaudere Which Means to Rejoice

A stylized twist on Kingston, meaning “king’s town.”

A shortened Indian name inspired by Krishna, commonly used in modern Hindu households.

Likely of African origin, Kahari carries a lyrical tone.

The Elements Keel, Town of the Keels

Peacemaker, Friedensverkünder, Proclamation of Peace, To Destroy

A Scottish-inspired surname meaning “son of the marsh-dwellers.”

Modest Second Son

Irish in origin, it means “little dark-haired one”

Disciplined

Christian Woman, Disciple of Christ

The Words Kelda Which Means Spring Fountain, Farm By the Spring

Curly-haired, Descendant of Caiside, Clever

With dual roots in Gaelic and Sanskrit, Kyran can mean “dark-haired one” or “beam of light.”

Irish in origin and meaning “slender,” Kael links to ancient mythology through the warrior Cáel of the Fianna.