British baby names starting with K

A classic from Scottish and Irish roots, it means “born of fire.”

A long-standing Scottish name meaning “wood,” once cool in the ‘60s.

An old Scottish surname meaning “round hill,” brought into vogue by celebrity baby name trends.

The Pure, Form of Katherine, Virginal

Originally Irish and meaning “misshapen head,” this is a surname-turned-first name.

A Celtic name meaning “warrior,” also tied to cultures from Wales to Hawaii with meanings from “beautiful” to “man of the Eastern sky.”

The Pure, Virginal, Form of Catherine

Cyneburga's Field, Ruler

A Scottish name linked to the River Kelvin and a famed physicist

Pure, Form of Catherine, Little Cat

Follower of Christ, Christian Woman, Anointed

Christian Woman, Follower of Christ, Anointed

British in origin and meaning “pointed hill,” Kip is a short and cheerful name

This bold English name means “monarch.”

Christian Woman, Disciple of Christ

Stone Church, Christian, Follower of Christ, The Anointed One

With German origins meaning “free man,” Karl is a strong, historic name borne by leaders and thinkers alike.

Fierce Island, Brave, Ceol Which Means Ship, Shining Upon Man

Little Black One, Spear, Clear, Bright

Boomerang

Church

Meaning “emperor” in German, it shares a strong two-syllable rhythm with names like Hunter and Asher.

The Word Cynebeald with the Meaning Kin Bold Brave King, Cyneburga's Field, Regal Hill, Chief War

The Pure, From Katherine and Lynn

Lord, 'Lord, Far-Sighted, Master

Of English and Scottish origin, this name means “royal ruler” or “champion.”

Beautiful and Wealthy, Handsome, Form of Kenneth, Sprung from Fire

Dark-Haired, Dusky, Name of a County, Dark Haired One

An English name meaning “valley of the River Kent,” once propelled by soap operas and celebrity culture.

From Kay and Lee, Pasture, Keeper of the Keys, Slender

Slender, Crowned, Beautiful, Crown of Laurel

An English word name meaning “mounted warrior.”

Defender, King

The Black, Black Man

The Black One, Goddess Kali, A Form of Durga, Blacknes

Little, Army, Womanly, Husband

Pure, Virginal, Gujarati Words for String which Made by Coconut's Fibers, Form of Catherine

The Pure, Girls

Short for Kenneth, this Gaelic name means “handsome” or “born of fire

Knowing, The Handsome, Fire Born, Beautiful and Wealthy

Short and spirited, Kit is derived from names like Christopher and Katherine and means “pure.”

English in origin and meaning “royal settlement,” Kenton pairs vintage charm with dignified presence.

Graceful, Descendant of Caollaidhe

Surname, Form the Church Town

Happy Child, Joy, Girl

Victorious Prince, Royal Victory

Excellent, Dusky, The Black, Greek

Precious Stone, Follower of Christ, Ice, Brilliant Glass

Protrude, Man, Virile, Warrior

Noble, Bold, Royal Courage, Leader of the Warriors

Pure, Descendant of Caollaidhe

Fierce Island, Brave, Ceol Which Means Ship, Shining Upon Man

Cyneburg's Field, Ruler

Incense

Polish variation of Casper, meaning “bringer of treasure,” tied to ancient wisdom and one of the Three Magi.

Ennions Mound

Slim and Fair, Keeper of the Keys, Slender

A Mirror, Mirror

This Scottish name means “narrow spit of land.”

Descendant of Caollaidhe

With roots in Irish Gaelic, it means “vigilant” and has grown popular.

Lion Cub Son of the Lion

Disciple of the Christ, The Anointed One, Christ-bearer, Christian

Pure

English, Lion Cub Son of the Lion

Noble, Righteous, Unique, Secret

Audience, Ruler, With Raising Tone, Leader

Keeper of the Keys, Happy, Pure, Rejoiced

Great Joy, Alive and Well, Favorite One, Woman

From the Camp of the Roman Army, Follower of Christ

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

Meaning “war strife” or “church,” Killian is an Irish surname-turned-first name.

One from the Pointed Hill, From the Pointed Hill

Christian, Disciple of Christ, The Anointed One

Irish in origin it means “brave in battle.”

Christian Woman, Small Diamond, Follower of Christ, Anointed

This English name means “king’s meadow.”

Crown, Pure, Victory

Man, Husband

Domain of Curtis, Short, From Courtenay

Our Lady of Mount Carmel

Perfect, Complete, Flawless

He who Holds Christ in his Heart

Derived from the Irish surname MacAodhagáin, it means “little fire.”

Strong, Joyful Song, Curly-haired, Husband

Follower of Christ, Christian, Anointed, Christ-bearer

Beloved, Dear, The Pure, Pretty

King is One of Several Titles Occasionally Used as Given Names, Kingsley, King's Meadow

Marsh Land, A Marshland, Man of Strength, From the Swampy Place

Little Dark, Darkskinned, Small and Dark-skinned, Swarthy

Warlike

Near the Chapel, Fair and Handsome, Victory, A Wood

God is Gracious, Hair, Immense Joy

Brave, Descendant of Cathasaigh, Alert, Vigorous

The Pure, Form of Catherine

Christian, Disciple of Christ, Anointed

Unique

Form of Kelly, Farm by the Spring, Laurel, Warrior Woman

Pure, Holy Bell, Black-haired, Dusky

Kenya, Pretty, Too: the Fire of Births

Crowned with Laurels

Hebrew in origin, Kain means “acquire” or “spear,” with strong biblical roots.

Torture, Form of Catherine, The Pure

Christian Woman, Disciple of Christ

Keel Town

A name of Germanic and Polish origin meaning “brave counsel.”

Descendant of Caollaidhe, Beautiful, Slim and Fair, Slender

County in Ireland, Black Haired Men, Dark, Ruler

Diminutive of Christopher, He who Holds Christ in his Heart

Strong Willed, Wise, Like a Horn, Raven

Sharp, Distant, Fighter, Eye

Husband, Strength, Female Version of Karl, Womanly

Dear One, Expensive, Precious Jewel, Pure

Ship Island, Warrior, Brave

Torture, Pure

Pretty, Beloved, Dear, The Pure

Brave, Descendant of Cathasaigh

Cenel's Island, Warrior, Brave, Ship

The Word Keth with the Meaning Forest Windy Place

Love

Treasurer, Treasure, Whoever Comes to See

Ciar's People, Inspired By the Eponymous Irish County, Marsh Land, Queen

Candace

An Arabic name meaning “friend,” made famous in the U.S. by poet Kahlil Gibran.

Feminine Form of Kevin, Lotus, A Cream Coloured Flower, Beautiful Child

Christian Woman, Disciple of Christ

Crystal

Gruaig Which Means Hair, Curly

Little But Wise, Flower, Everyone Love her, Korean Kingdom

Pure, Form of Catherine

A German surname meaning “cellar master.”

Descendant of Caollaidhe, Pure

Lion Cub Son of the Lion

Great joy, Favorite

Ancient, Coolness

Strong and Manly, Man, Feminine Variant of Charles, Husband

Pure, Form of Catherine, Torture

Rainfall, Great joy, Favorite

Originally a British place name meaning “king’s town.”

The Black, Swarthy, Darkskinned, Warrior and Assault

Name of a Blossoming Tree that Symbolized Resurrection, Pilgrimage Spot, Splendid, Devotional Place

Village with a Church, Surname

Greek in origin, this alternative to Christian means “follower of Christ.”

Also meaning “noble” and “generous,” this Arabic variant is rising globally.

This Irish-rooted name meaning “watchful” surged in popularity after the TV series Yellowstone.

One Possessed with Many Qualities, Pure

The Gentle, The Beautiful

Pilgrimage Spot, Splendid, Shining, The Holy City

Abbreviation of Lakeisha, Great Joy, God is Gracious, Woman

Modern Variant of Candace, Glowing, Ancient Hereditary Title Used by Ethiopian Queens, White

Shed Town, Settlement on the Bank, Where Hawks Fly

Dutch in origin, Kyler means “archer” and offers a modern mash-up of names like Kyle and Tyler.

Christ-bearer, Disciple of Christ, Christian Woman

his name suggests grace with meanings like “slender” and “swamp.”

Vigorous, Watchful, Descendant of Cathasaigh, Alert

Barrel Maker, Seller, Warrior, Germane

Biblical and timeless, this Hebrew name means “possession” and also connects to ancient Irish roots.

A Beautiful Life, Gorgeous Woman, Flower

Arabic for “generous,” this name honors a giving spirit.

Royal Meadow, Son of Finley

Christian Follower of Christ, The Anointed One

Dutch in origin and meaning “bold advisor,” it’s often confused with Cohen.

Bosom Friend, Honourable Comrade

Disciple of Christ, The Anointed One, Christian

Disciple of the Christ

Grace, Lovely and Graceful, Brotherly Love, Kindness

Beloved, The Pure, Pretty, Dear

Lord Krishna, Universe

Swarthy, Dark-skinned, Marsh Land, Fort

This name of German and English origin refers to someone who transports goods by cart.

The Path, The Elements Ke Meaning One the One

Robust Hearty One

Descendant of Caollaidhe

Dog, Dog-like Devotion to God, Keeper of the Keys, Pure

The Heavens, The Elements Ka Meaning The

A globally-inspired name with Welsh roots meaning “keeper of the keys” and Hawaiian ties to the sea.

A New Beginning

One who is Gleaming