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    English Boy Names Starting With K

    281 names with meanings and origins.

    Looking for a English boy's name that starts with K? Here are 281 options, including unisex names, each with its meaning. English names range from old Anglo-Saxon classics to modern surname-style and nature names.

    Top picks

    1. Kenneth — “Handsome; born of fire”
    2. Kit — “Bearer of Christ”
    3. Kendryek — “Fearless leader.”
    4. Katlyne — “Pure.”
    5. Kraig — “Derived from craig, rock; variant of craig: rock”
    6. Karston — “From karls town.”
    7. Kemp — “Fighter.”
    8. Kieve — “Mythical name.”
    9. Kingswell — “An English habitational name for one who lives near the king's spring or well.”
    10. Kaye — “Variants of kay keeper of the keys, pure”
    • Boy · English · “Kachada is a distinctive name, meaning 'white man' or 'white man (Hopi)'. It has a clear, descriptive origin.”

    • Unisex · English · “A gender-neutral English name used as a variant of Katy or Cady. It provides a unique phonetic spelling for these classic short forms.”

    • Unisex · English · “An English feminine name serving as a modern variant of Callie. It is often used as a diminutive for names like Caroline or Callista.”

    • Unisex · English · “An English name meaning keeper of the keys. It serves as a modern variant of the name Kay.”

    • Boy · English · “Alert, vigorous.”

    • Boy · English · “Rooted in English origins, this name describes one who walks without making a sound.”

    • Unisex · English · “Kalei means 'one who works for the king,' suggesting dedication, loyalty, and a noble spirit for your child.”

    • Unisex · English · “Variation of kay and kayla keeper of the keys, pure; slender; fair. form of caelan”

    • Unisex · English · “Form of caleb; variant of kay and kayla, meaning: keeper of the keys; pure; slender; fair. form of caelan”

    • Unisex · English · “Kallita is a modern variant of Callie, offering a contemporary twist on a sweet and charming name. A fresh choice for your little one.”

    • Boy · English · “Variant of calvin: bald. famous bearers: early 20th century american president coolidge; fashion designer calvin klein”

    • Unisex · English · “Modern variant of cameron used for girls; form of cameron crooked nose”

    • Unisex · English · “Modern variant of cameron used for girls”

    • Unisex · English · “Modern variant of cameron used for girls”

    • Boy · English · “Modern variant of cameron used for girls; form of cameron crooked nose”

    • Boy · English · “A name of Native American (Sioux) origin that means raven. The raven is often seen as a significant or mystical bird in various cultures.”

    • Unisex · English · “A unisex English name derived from the Siouan word Kansa, meaning people of the south wind. It is famously associated with the U.S. state.”

    • Boy · English · “Comes from the greek -charis, meaning beautiful and graceful”

    • Unisex · English · “Dear little one; variant of katherine. pure; variant of catherine: pure, clear. form of the latin katharina, from the greek aikaterina”

    • Boy · English · “Derived from the English surname Carr, this masculine name refers to a swamp or bog. It describes someone living near marshy ground.”

    • Unisex · English · “Strong and manly”

    • Unisex · English · “Created name; variant of carson: son who lives in the swamp; son of carr”

    • Unisex · English · “Alert; variant of casey: observant; alert; vigorous”

    • Unisex · English · “Medieval english form of the irish caitlin pure”

    • Unisex · English · “Rejoice; elder sister (hopi); fire; fiery; variant of the latin: gaius; an alternative spelling of cai. sir kay was a knight of king arthurs round table. the name kay also appeared in hans christian andersens story the snow queen; diminutive of catherine: pure, clear. form of the latin katharina, from the greek aikater”

    • Unisex · English · “Initals k and c; modern kacie and variants are phonetic forms of the initials k. c. or variants of the irish name casey alert; vigorous.”

    • Unisex · English · “Variants of kay keeper of the keys, pure”

    • Unisex · English · “Variation of kay, keeper of the keys, pure”

    • Unisex · English · “Variation of kay and kayla keeper of the keys, pure”

    • Unisex · English · “Variation of kay and kayla keeper of the keys, pure”

    • Boy · English · “Flames, fire.”

    • Unisex · English · “A Hawaiian name meaning the cool breeze over the mountains. It has become internationally recognized due to actor Keanu Reeves.”

    • Boy · English · “Keddrick is a wonderful name meaning 'gift of splendor', a beautiful form of Cedric for your precious child.”

    • Boy · English · “Kedric is a wonderful name meaning 'gift of splendor', a beautiful form of Cedric for your precious child.”

    • Boy · English · “Kedrick is a wonderful name meaning 'gift of splendor', a beautiful form of Cedric for your precious child.”

    • Boy · English · “An English and Irish name meaning sharp, little, and ancient, often associated with the name Cian.”

    • Unisex · English · “Kele means 'sparrow hawk' or 'sparrow.' It suggests a quick, observant, and free-spirited nature, like a bird in flight.”

    • Boy · English · “Handsome; clear water; royal obligation. abbreviation of names beginning with ken-; strong; physically healthy; diminutive of kenneth: handsome. root of the surname mackenzie. famous bearer: kenneth grahame (1859- 1932), author of the wind in the willows”

    • Boy · English · “Royal valley surname referring to kent in england”

    • Unisex · English · “Royal valley surname referring to kent in england”

    • Unisex · English · “Royal valley surname referring to kent in england”

    • Boy · English · “Ruler; son of harry; royal chieftain. surname”

    • Boy · English · “This English name means a royal chieftain or the son of Harry. It originally functioned as a surname before becoming a first name.”

    • Boy · English · “A traditional English name that refers to a man who dwells by or is associated with the elm wood.”

    • Boy · English · “An English male name meaning from the king's meadow. It combines elements referring to royalty and open pasture land.”

    • Boy · English · “Clear as bright water; clear water; abbreviation of names beginning with ken-”

    • Boy · English · “An English masculine name created by combining the names Kenna or Kendra with the suffix Lynn. It is a modern compound name.”

    • Boy · English · “An English male name meaning a bold or brave chieftain. It represents strength, leadership, and courage in the face of adversity.”

    • Boy · English · “Handsome; born of fire”

    • Boy · English · “Royal chieftain surname; royal chieftain. surname; royal ruler. chief hero. used more commonly as a surname”

    • Boy · English · “An English name meaning royal ruler or chieftain. It functions as both a first name and a surname, denoting leadership.”

    • Boy · English · “A name of English origin that translates to chief or refers to a bright white color.”

    • Boy · English · “An English male name that translates to coming from the town of Kent. It was originally a locational surname for people from that English county.”

    • Boy · English · “An English name derived from Old English elements meaning courageous in battle. It was historically used as a surname and a given name.”

    • Unisex · English · “Blond, white-haired; blond; from ennions mound”

    • Boy · English · “An English masculine name meaning God is gracious. It is a modern form of Ewan, which is itself a Gaelic version of John.”

    • Boy · English · “This male name of English origin is a surname referring to a king's rule. It signifies a person associated with royal leadership or governance.”

    • Unisex · English · “A unisex name of English origin that can mean ruler. It is also interpreted as meaning dusky or dark-complexioned.”

    • Boy · English · “An English name representing a person who is independent, spirited, and energetic.”

    • Boy · English · “Kestejoo means "slave" in Algonquian, a name with a historical background. It carries a unique and traditional cultural resonance.”

    • Boy · English · “Of English origin, this name refers to someone who comes from a Roman camp or fortification.”

    • Boy · English · “Guiding, leading alternate spellings: kieon, key”

    • Boy · English · “An English name associated with the legendary son of Kelyddon in Welsh mythology.”

    • Unisex · English · “Ruler; diminutive of kimball: chief of war. leader”

    • Unisex · English · “This English name identifies a leader of warriors or a warrior chief. it signifies strength, command, and bravery in battle.”

    • Unisex · English · “An English name that identifies land belonging to Cyneburg.”

    • Unisex · English · “Warrior chief.”

    • Boy · English · “Ruler; king. kings field. title used as a surname by the members of a royal household. famous bearer: american film director king vidor”

    • Boy · English · “A traditional English masculine name that denotes someone who comes from the king's hall or a royal manor.”

    • Boy · English · “From the kings village or estate kings field. king is one of several titles occasionally used as given names”

    • Boy · English · “An English habitational name for one who lives near the king's spring or well.”

    • Boy · English · “An English male name meaning from the pointed hill. It is often a nickname but stands alone as a topographic name for high ground.”

    • Boy · English · “Cured salmon.”

    • Boy · English · “An English masculine name meaning from the pointed hill. It describes someone who lived near a sharp or peaked elevation.”

    • Unisex · English · “An English male name derived from the phrase 'from the pointed hill.' It serves as a diminutive or pet form of the name Kip.”

    • Unisex · English · “A unisex English name derived from a surname meaning 'church farm.' It originally indicated someone living in a village with a church.”

    • Boy · English · “Church; owned by the church; from the church”

    • Boy · English · “An English name for males meaning from the church's meadow. It describes a peaceful, pastoral location near a place of worship.”

    • Boy · English · “This lovely name connects your child to nature, meaning 'from the church's meadow.' It evokes images of peaceful, open fields.”

    • Boy · English · “This English masculine name refers to someone living by the church's forest. It is a topographic surname turned first name.”

    • Unisex · English · “An English unisex name derived from the word for an expression of caring, affection, or a physical greeting.”

    • Unisex · English · “Bearer of Christ”

    • Boy · English · “A masculine name of Algonquin origin meaning brave or great. It is often used to denote strength and courage in indigenous North American contexts.”

    • Unisex · English · “Diminutive of christopher: he who holds christ in his heart. diminutive of christian: follower of christ”

    • Boy · English · “A masculine name of English and Hawaiian origin meaning brave, bold, or fearless. It is also the name of a strong, native Hawaiian tree.”

    • Boy · English · “An English male name derived from Cody. It signifies a person who is helpful or refers to the word for a cushion.”

    • Boy · English · “A variant of the English name Cody. Like its counterpart, it carries the meanings of helpfulness or a soft cushion.”

    • Boy · English · “White crow; white crow or white antelope (cheyenne)”

    • Unisex · English · “Kolby is a strong name meaning 'dark-skinned' or 'dark-haired', a distinctive choice for your child.”

    • Boy · English · “An English masculine name meaning keeper of the keys or pure. It is often used as a modern variant of the name Cole.”

    • Boy · English · “Kolichiyaw means 'skunk' in Hopi, a unique nature name embracing the distinctiveness of the natural world. A special and memorable choice.”

    • Boy · English · “An English variant of the name Conner, often meaning a lover of hounds.”

    • Boy · English · “A wolf lover ; one who is strong- willed”

    • Boy · English · “A tree squirril biting through the pine nut”

    • Boy · English · “Derived from constantine, steady, stable”

    • Boy · English · “This English name describes a raven or someone with raven-haired features, derived from the Old French word for the bird.”

    • Boy · English · “An English occupational surname for a cordmaker. It is also associated with being an honest advisor.”

    • Boy · English · “An English occupational surname turned first name, it traditionally refers to a maker of cords or ropes.”

    • Boy · English · “Fishes for salmon with spear; fishes for salmon with spear (miwok)”

    • Boy · English · “In the Hopi tradition, this name refers to a screech owl spirit. It represents a spiritual connection to the natural world.”

    • Boy · English · “Derived from craig, rock; variant of craig: rock”

    • Unisex · English · “Christ-bearer; diminutive of christian: follower of christ. chris is used as a diminutive of many masculine and feminine names beginning with chris-, including christian, christina, christine, and christopher”

    • Unisex · English · “Diminutive of christian: follower of christ. chris is used as a diminutive of many masculine and feminine names beginning with chris-, including christian, christina, christine, and christopher”

    • Unisex · English · “Christ bearer; diminutive of christian: follower of christ. chris is used as a diminutive of many masculine and feminine names beginning with chris-, including christian, christina, christine, and christopher”

    • Boy · English · “Form of christopher; variant of christopher: he who holds christ in his heart. famous bearers: actors christopher plummer and christopher walken; explorer christopher columbus”

    • Boy · English · “Variant of christopher: he who holds christ in his heart. famous bearers: actors christopher plummer and christopher walken; explorer christopher columbus”

    • Boy · English · “This male name has Cheyenne origins. It translates to 'little wolf', representing a powerful animal connection in the culture.”

    • Boy · English · “A name used in Native American Pawnee tradition that means bear, symbolizing strength and power.”

    • Boy · English · “From the Native American Hopi language, this name means eagle, representing a powerful and majestic bird of prey.”

    • Boy · English · “Kwam is a male name of English origin, expressing a divine benevolence, meaning Gods gracious gift to humanity.”

    • Boy · English · “Bird with big beak; bird with big beak (hopi)”

    • Boy · English · “Bird with big beak (hopi); a place-name referring to the narrows; a wood or a church”

    • Boy · English · “Kyledyr is known as the "legendary son of Nwython." This name carries a sense of ancient tales and a connection to a storied heritage.”

    • Boy · English · “Kyndmryn has a wonderful, storied feel, meaning 'legendary son of Ermid.' This name suggests a child destined for great tales and adventures.”

    • Boy · English · “Kynedyr is a name steeped in tradition, signifying 'legendary son of Hetwn.' Your child carries a legacy of heroic tales and a noble spirit.”

    • Boy · English · “Kynlas is a name with a legendary touch, meaning 'legendary son of Kynan.' It suggests a child born into a story of great potential.”

    • Boy · English · “An English name referring to the legendary son of Clydno. It is rooted in Arthurian romance and Welsh mythology.”

    • Boy · English · “An English name associated with Arthurian legend, specifically identifying a legendary son of Caw.”

    • Boy · English · “Kyrkwode brings to mind serene nature, meaning 'from the church's forest.' A wonderful name for a child connected to tranquility.”

    • Boy · English · “Kywrkh is known as the "legendary son of Cleddyv." This name evokes ancient tales and a strong, storied heritage for your child.”

    • Boy · English · “Round, lumpy”

    • Boy · English · “Fighter.”

    • Boy · English · “Fighter.”

    • Unisex · English · “Fighter.”

    • Boy · English · “Friend, companion”

    • Boy · English · “Honest.”

    • Boy · English · “Star.”

    • Boy · English · “Spirit of battle.”

    • Boy · English · “Laurel,crown,princess”

    • Boy · English · “Sweetheart.”

    • Boy · English · “A type of spear”

    • Boy · English · “Slender; fair”

    • Unisex · English · “The heavens.”

    • Boy · English · “Whole-Hearted; Faithful”

    • Boy · English · “Resembling a dog”

    • Boy · English · “Crowned wih laurel”

    • Boy · English · “A form of colton”

    • Unisex · English · “From the crooked ridge”

    • Unisex · English · “Crooked nose.”

    • Boy · English · “Crooked nose”

    • Unisex · English · “A raven.”

    • Boy · English · “Free one.”

    • Unisex · English · “From the state of Kansas”

    • Unisex · English · “Deep valley”

    • Boy · English · “Righteous.”

    • Boy · English · “Dearly loved;a good friend”

    • Boy · English · “Form of carrick.”

    • Boy · English · “Grace ; charm”

    • Boy · English · “Variant of Carl, free man”

    • Boy · English · “A form of carlton”

    • Boy · English · “Combination of Karl and Lyn”

    • Boy · English · “A form of carson”

    • Boy · English · “From karls town.”

    • Unisex · English · “Vigilant”

    • Boy · English · “Pure.”

    • Unisex · English · “Fiery.”

    • Boy · English · “Combination of Kay and Lan”

    • Boy · English · “Innocent purity”

    • Boy · English · “From initials ko.”

    • Unisex · English · “Hawks town.”

    • Boy · English · “Small and slender”

    • Unisex · English · “From the narrow land”

    • Boy · English · “A warrior / one who is sharp”

    • Boy · English · “God's gracious gift”

    • Boy · English · “Filled wih happiness”

    • Boy · English · “A beloved and handsome man”

    • Boy · English · “A beloved and handsome man”

    • Boy · English · “Guiding leader”

    • Boy · English · “A creative variation”

    • Boy · English · “Son of aodhag”

    • Boy · English · “One who makes barrels”

    • Unisex · English · “Not available.”

    • Boy · English · “Child's town”

    • Boy · English · “A form of kelton”

    • Boy · English · “Chief.”

    • Unisex · English · “From the farm by the spring”

    • Unisex · English · “Island of the ships.”

    • Boy · English · “From the ship's island”

    • Boy · English · “Fighter.”

    • Boy · English · “Warrior.”

    • Unisex · English · “Valley of the River Kent; royal valley”

    • Unisex · English · “Pure.”

    • Boy · English · “Valley of kent”

    • Boy · English · “Son of harry.”

    • Boy · English · “Fearless leader.”

    • Boy · English · “Son of harry.”

    • Boy · English · “Combination of Ken and Maur”

    • Boy · English · “A royal ruler / the champion”

    • Boy · English · “A helmeted chief”

    • Boy · English · “Fearless leader.”

    • Boy · English · “Royal ruler.”

    • Boy · English · “Royal ruler.”

    • Unisex · English · “Royal victory”

    • Unisex · English · “King's meadow”

    • Boy · English · “Bright one.”

    • Boy · English · “Royal chieftain.”

    • Unisex · English · “Land of tomorrow.”

    • Boy · English · “Bold guardian.”

    • Boy · English · “George.”

    • Boy · English · “God is gracious.”

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