200+ Unique Boy Names that Start with K
Ready to kickstart your search for a K name? No, you don’t have to settle for the same old Kevin or Kyle; there’s a great collection of kinetic, kind, and kingly names that aren’t too common. These unique K names span history and the globe, offering a kicky catalog to kick off your search.
Kaamil
Kaamil is a name of Arabic origins meaning “Perfect, complete.”
Kaatib
Kaatib is a name of Arabic origins meaning “Writer.”
Kabili
Kabili is a name of Swahili origins meaning “Honest, brave.”
Kader
Kader is a name of Arabic origins meaning “Power.”
Kadmiel
Kadmiel is a name of Hebrew origins meaning “God is ancient.” In the Hebrew Bible/Old Testament, Kadmiel helped rebuild Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile.
Kaelem
Kaelem is a name of American origins that is a combination of the name Caleb and Callum, or the letters K, L, and M.
Kaemon
Kaemon is a name of Japanese origins meaning “Joyful.” In the fantasy board game HeroQuest, there is a heroic elf character with this name.
Kafeel
Kafeel is a name of Arabic origins meaning “Security.”
Kagiso
Kagiso is a name of African origins meaning “Peace.” It’s also the name of a township in South Africa.
Kahale
Kahale is a name of Hawaiian origins meaning “The home.” Kahale Beach Park in Maui, Hawaii is known for snorkeling and sea turtles.
Kahawai
Kahawai is a name of Hawaiian origins meaning “The river.”
Kahedin
Kahedin is a name of English origins with an unknown meaning.
Kahiau
Kahiau is a name of Hawaiian origins meaning “Very generous, giving.”
Kahikilani
Kahikilani is a name of Hawaiian origins meaning “The chief’s arrival.”
Kahikina
Kahikina is a name of Hawaiian origins meaning “The arrival (of the important one).”
Kahili
Kahili is a name of Hawaiian origins meaning “Feather.”
Kaholo
Kaholo is a name of Hawaiian origins meaning “Adept, nimble.”
Kahua
Kahua is a name of Hawaiian origins meaning “Foundation.”
Kaif
Kaif is a name of Arabic origins meaning “Delight.”
Kaiholo
Kaiholo is a name of Hawaiian origins meaning “The moving sea.”
Kaikane
Kaikane is a name of Hawaiian origins meaning “The sea.”
Kairos
Kairos is a name of Greek origins meaning “Right or opportune moment.”
Kairu
Kairu is a name of African origins meaning “Black one.”
Kaito
Kaito is a name of Japanese origins meaning “Sea, ocean” or “Soar, fly.”
Kal-el
Kal-el is a name of American origins that is an invented name. It’s also the birth name of Superman, raised on earth as Clark Kent.
Kaladin
Kaladin is a name of American origins whose meaning is unknown.
Kalayah
Kalayah is a name of American origins with an unknown meaning.
Kalb
Kalb is a name of Hebrew origins meaning “Dog.”
Kaldi
Kaldi is a name of Arabic origins with an unknown meaning.
Kaleem
Kaleem is a name of Arabic origins meaning “Announcer, interrogator.”
Kaleo
Kaleo is a name of Hawaiian origins meaning “Sound, voice.”
Kalidas
Kalidas is a name of Indian origins meaning “Black one.”
Kalif
Kalif is a name of Arabic origins meaning “Holy boy.”
Kalil
Kalil is a name of Arabic origins meaning “Friend.”
Kalkin
Kalkin is a name of Indian origins meaning “Last incarnation of Vishnu.”
Kalle
Kalle is a name of Scandinavian origins meaning “Man.”
Kallistos
Kallistos is a name of Greek origins meaning “Very beautiful.”
Kaloosh
Kaloosh is a name of Armenian origins meaning “Pentecost.”
Kamal
Kamal is a name of Arabic origins meaning “Perfection.”
Kamali
Kamali is a name of Arabic origins meaning “Perfection.”
Kamau
Kamau is a name of African origins meaning “Quiet warrior.” W. Kamau Bell is an American writer, comedian, and documentary series host (United Shades of America).
Photo by Phil Roeder
Kame
Kame is a name of African origins meaning “Desolate, arid.”
Kamehameha
Kamehameha is a name of Hawaiian origins meaning “The one set apart.” Kamehameha is also the name of the ruler who unified the Hawaiian islands in the early 1800s, founding what was known as the Kingdom of Hawaii.
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Kamil
Kamil is a name of Arabic origins meaning “Perfect.” Kamil Stoch is a Polish Olympic gold medalist in ski jumping.
Kamin
Kamin is a name of Japanese origins meaning “Joyful.”
Kamran
Kamran is a name of Persian origins meaning “Successful.”
Kanaifu
Kanaifu is a name of Swahili origins meaning “Self-sufficient.”
Kanak
Kanak is a name of Indian origins meaning “Gold.”
Kaname
Kaname is a name of Japanese origins meaning “Main point.”
Kandoro
Kandoro is a name of Swahili origins meaning “Sweet potato.”
Kanelo
Kanelo is a name of African origins meaning “Enough.”
Kangee
Kangee is a name of Native American origins meaning “Black raven.”
Kanha
Kanha is a name of Indian origins meaning “Name of lord Krishna.”
Kaniel
Kaniel is a name of Hebrew origins meaning “(Only) God is my judge.”
Kanji
Kanji is a name of Japanese origins meaning “Generosity,” “Second,” or “Samurai.”
Kannan
Kannan is a name of Indian origins that is a variation of Krishna.
Kanoro
Kanoro is a name of African origins meaning “Sword sharpener.”
Kanuha
Kanuha is a name of Hawaiian origins meaning “Sulky.”
Kapena
Kapena is a name of Hawaiian origins meaning “Captain.”
Kapil
Kapil is a name of Indian origins meaning “Reddish-brown or monkey-colored.”
Kapono
Kapono is a name of Hawaiian origins meaning “Righteous, good.”
Kapula
Kapula is a name of Hawaiian origins meaning “Prayers.”
Kapuni
Kapuni is a name of Hawaiian origins meaning “Favorite.”
Karam
Karam is a name of Arabic origins meaning “Generosity.”
Karasu
Karasu is a name of Japanese origins meaning “Raven, crow.”
Kare
Kare is a name of Scandinavian origins meaning “Curly haired.”
Karif
Karif is a name of Arabic origins meaning “Arrived in Autumn.”
Karik
Karik is a name of American origins meaning “From Carrick, Scotland.”
Karman
Karman is a name of English origins meaning “Man.”
Karro
Karro is a name of Aboriginal origins meaning “Blood.”
Karston
Karston is a name of English origins meaning “From Karl’s town.”
Kartik
Kartik is a name of Indian origins meaning “Month name.”
Kasabian
Kasabian is a name of Armenian origins meaning “Son of the butcher.”
Kaseko
Kaseko is a name of African origins meaning “Mock, ridicule.”
Kasib
Kasib is a name of Arabic origins meaning “Fertile.”
Kasim
Kasim is a name of African origins meaning “Controller of anger.”
Kaspar
Kaspar is a name of German origins meaning “Treasurer.”
Kassa
Kassa is a name of African origins meaning “Reparation, compensation.”
Katashi
Katashi is a name of Japanese origins meaning “Firm, hard.”
Kateb
Kateb is a name of Arabic origins meaning “Writer.”
Katet
Katet is a name of American origins meaning “A group joined by destiny.”
Kathan
Kathan is a name of German origins meaning “Constable of a castle.”
Katheer
Katheer is a name of Arabic origins meaning “Plentiful.”
Kato
Kato is a name of African origins meaning “Second of twins.” This name may be associated with the sidekick to the Green Hornet (famously played by Bruce Lee in the 1960s) or Kato Kaelin, an American personality known for his connection to the OJ Simpson trial.
Katsumi
Katsumi is a name of Japanese origins meaning “Patience,” “Beautiful,” or “Sea.”
Katsunori
Katsunori is a name of Japanese origins meaning “Patience,” “Writings,” or “Law.”
Katsuo
Katsuo is a name of Japanese origins meaning “Victory, hero, manly.”
Katsuro
Katsuro is a name of Japanese origins meaning “Victory, son.” It may also be spelled Katsurou.
Katungi
Katungi is a name of African origins meaning “Rich.”
Kaui
Kaui is a name of Hawaiian origins meaning “Beauty of youth.”
Kaushal
Kaushal is a name of Indian origins meaning “Clever.”
Kaveh
Kaveh is a name of Persian origins meaning “Royal.”
Kavin
Kavin is a name of English origins whose meaning is unknown.
Kayode
Kayode is a name of African origins meaning “He who brings joy.”
Kayonga
Kayonga is a name of African origins meaning “Ash.”
Kaysar
Kaysar is a name of Persian origins meaning “King/ruler.”
Kaz
Kaz is a name of Polish origins that is a diminutive of Cassius.
Kazou
Kazou is a name of Japanese origins meaning “One,” “Harmony,” or “Husband, man.”
Kazuaki
Kazuaki is a name of Japanese origins meaning “Peace, harmony, bright.”
Kazuha
Kazuha is a name of Japanese origins meaning “Peace.”
Kazuhito
Kazuhito is a name of Japanese origins meaning “Peace, harmony.”
Kazuki
Kazuki is a name of Japanese origins meaning “Peaceful tree.”
Kazuma
Kazuma is a name of Japanese origins meaning “Peace, harmony.”
Kazushige
Kazushige is a name of Japanese origins meaning “First,” “Growth,” or “Harmony.”
Kazutaka
Kazutaka is a name of Japanese origins meaning “Peace, harmony, calm” or “Precious, valuable.”
Kazuya
Kazuya is a name of Japanese origins meaning “Peace, harmony, calm.”
Kazuyuki
Kazuyuki is a name of Japanese origins meaning “Peace, harmony, calm.”
Keb
Keb is a name of African origins meaning “Earth.”
Kedar
Kedar is a name of Hebrew origins meaning “Dark one.”
Kedem
Kedem is a name of Hebrew origins meaning “Old, ancient.”
Kedron
Kedron is a name of Hebrew origins meaning “Of the cedars.”
Keefe
Keefe is a name of Irish origins meaning “Handsome, beloved.”
Keefer
Keefer is a name of German origins meaning “Pine tree/barrel maker.”
Keene
Keene is a name of English origins meaning “Wise, proud.”
Kees
Kees is a name of Dutch origins meaning “Horn.”
Keften
Keften is a name of American origins meaning “Town of Kevin.”
Kehinde
Kehinde is a name of African origins meaning “Second born of twins.” Kehinde Wiley is an American painter known for painting the official portrait of former President Barack Obama.
Keiji
Keiji is a name of Japanese origins meaning “Respect,” “Second,” “Blessed,” or “Joy.”
Keiran
Keiran is a name of Irish origins meaning “Dark.” It may also be spelled Kieran, and is often associated with actor Kieran Culkin (Roman Roy in HBO’s Succession).
Photo by Bryan Berlin
Keisuke
Keisuke is a name of Japanese origins meaning “Save.”
Keitaro
Keitaro is a name of Japanese origins meaning “Blessed.”
Keizo
Keizo is a name of Japanese origins meaning “Respect, third, rejoice.”
Kekoa
Kekoa is a name of Hawaiian origins meaning “The warrior.”
Kele
Kele is a name of Native American origins meaning “Sparrow hawk.”
Kemp
Kemp is a name of English origins meaning “Fighter, champion.”
Ken’Ichi
Ken’Ichi is a name of Japanese origins meaning “Healthy, strong, study one.”
Kenaz
Kenaz is a name of Hebrew origins meaning “Bright.”
Kenchiro
Kenchiro is a name of Japanese origins meaning “Good luck, son.” It may also be spelled Kenchirou.
Kendrew
Kendrew is a name of English origins meaning “Handsome, manly.”
Kenelm
Kenelm is a name of English origins meaning “Bold helmet.”
Kennan
Kennan is a name of Irish origins meaning “Descendant of the fair one.”
Kennard
Kennard is a name of English origins meaning “Royal and brave.”
Kenshin
Kenshin is a name of Japanese origins meaning “Modest, truth.”
Kenta
Kenta is a name of Japanese origins meaning “Healthy, strong, thick, big.”
Kentavious
Kentavious is a name of American origins whose meaning is unknown.
Kenyi
Kenyi is a name of African origins meaning “Male born after 3+ girls.”
Keoki
Keoki is a name of Hawaiian origins meaning “Alive.”
Keoni
Keoni is a name of Hawaiian origins meaning “God is gracious.”
Kepheus
Kepheus is a name of Greek origins with an unknown meaning.
Kerem
Kerem is a name of Turkish origins meaning “Noble, generous.”
Kert
Kert is a name of American origins meaning “Simple pleasures.”
Kesler
Kesler is a name of American origins meaning “Independent and energetic.”
Kester
Kester is a name of English origins meaning “Christ bearer.”
Ketan
Ketan is a name of Indian origins meaning “Home.”
Ketill
Ketill is a name of Scandinavian origins meaning “Helmet” or “Small pot.”
Keto
Keto is a name of Swahili origins meaning “Depth.”
Kevis
Kevis is a name of English origins whose meaning is unknown.
Kevork
Kevork is a name of Armenian origins meaning “Farmer.”
Khair
Khair is a name of Arabic origins meaning “Giving, charitable.”
Khal
Khal is a name of American origins meaning “Leader, king.” Khal Drogo was a powerful warlord in the Game of Thrones series, with “Khal” being a title like “King.”
Khaled
Khaled is a name of Arabic origins meaning “Eternal.” DJ Khaled (given name: Khaled Mohamed Khaled) is an American DJ and music producer.
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Khaleel
Khaleel is a name of Arabic origins meaning “Friendly.”
Khalfan
Khalfan is a name of Swahili origins meaning “Successor.”
Khalifa
Khalifa is a name of Arabic origins meaning “Successor” or “Holy girl.” Wiz Khalifa (born Cameron Jibril Thomaz) is an American rapper and musician.
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Khaliq
Khaliq is a name of Arabic origins meaning “Creator.”
Khalon
Khalon is a name of American origins meaning “Strong warrior.”
Khan
Khan is a name of Indian origins meaning “Ruler, king.” This name may be associated with Genghis Khan, the founder of the Mongol Empire.
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Khayri
Khayri is a name of Arabic origins meaning “Charitable.”
Khayyam
Khayyam is a name of Arabic origins meaning “Maker of tents.”
Khidar
Khidar is a name of Arabic origins meaning “Guide, leader.”
Khoi
Khoi is a name of Vietnamese origins meaning “Smart, precious.”
Khosrow
Khosrow is a name of Persian origins meaning “Of good fame.”
Khuno
Khuno is a name of Incan origins meaning “God of high-altitude weather.”
Khurran
Khurran is a name of Arabic origins meaning “Delightful.”
Khurshid
Khurshid is a name of Persian origins meaning “Sun.”
Khwaja
Khwaja is a name of Persian origins meaning “Lord.”
Ki
Ki is a name of Korean origins meaning “Vigorous, strong.”
Kiango
Kiango is a name of Swahili origins meaning “Light, lamp.”
Kiano
Kiano is a name of African origins meaning “Tools of the wizard.”
Kibbe
Kibbe is a name of Native American origins meaning “Night bird.”
Kiernan
Kiernan is a name of Irish origins meaning “Son of a lord.” Kiernan Shipka is an actress known for her roles in Mad Men and The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina.
Kiet
Kiet is a name of Thai origins meaning “Honor.”
Kijani
Kijani is a name of Swahili origins meaning “Greenery, greenest.”
Kilohana
Kilohana is a name of Hawaiian origins meaning “Great.”
Kimo
Kimo is a name of Hawaiian origins meaning “Supplanter.”
Kimoni
Kimoni is a name of African origins meaning “Great man.”
Kimotho
Kimotho is a name of African origins meaning “Left-handed.”
Kinion
Kinion is a name of American origins meaning “Stone of Einion.”
Kinmei
Kinmei is a name of Chinese origins meaning “Bamboo.”
Kious
Kious is a name of American origins meaning “Person of Earth.”
Kirill
Kirill is a name of Russian origins meaning “Lordly” or “Lord of the home.”
Kirkan
Kirkan is a name of Armenian origins meaning “Watchful.”
Kishan
Kishan is a name of Indian origins meaning “Black.”
Kishore
Kishore is a name of Indian origins meaning “Colt, baby horse.”
Kistna
Kistna is a name of Indian origins meaning “Black.”
Kitson
Kitson is a name of English origins meaning “Son of Kit or son of Christopher.”
Kittinan
Kittinan is a name of Thai origins meaning “Fame, renown.”
Kiyohiko
Kiyohiko is a name of Japanese origins meaning “Clear, pure.”
Kiyoto
Kiyoto is a name of Japanese origins meaning “Clear, precious.”
Klahan
Klahan is a name of Thai origins meaning “Brave.”
Klaus
Klaus is a name of German origins meaning “Victory of the people.” Klaus Mikaelson was a powerful hybrid vampire character in The Vampire Diaries and The Originals.
Knoton
Knoton is a name of Native American origins meaning “Wind.”
Knute
Knute is a name of Scandinavian origins meaning “Knot.”
Ko
Ko is a name of Japanese origins meaning “Cultivate, plow, till.”
Kodjo
Kodjo is a name of African origins meaning “Born on Monday.”
Kofi
Kofi is a name of African origins meaning “Born on Friday.” It may be associated with Kofi Annan, former Secretary-General of the United Nations and Nobel Peace Price laureate.
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Kohei is a name of Japanese origins meaning “Navigation.”
Koichi
Koichi is a name of Japanese origins meaning “Broaden,” “Dutiful,” or “First.”
Koit
Koit is a name of Estonian origins meaning “Dawn.”
Koji
Koji is a name of Japanese origins meaning “Cultivate, heal, peace.”
Kojo
Kojo is a name of African origins meaning “Born on Monday.”
Kolya
Kolya is a name of Slavic origins meaning “Victory of the people.” It’s also a Russian nickame for Nikolai.
Konala
Konala is a name of Hawaiian origins meaning “World ruler.”
Kondo
Kondo is a name of Swahili origins meaning “War.”
Kong
Kong is a name of Chinese origins meaning “Bright.”
Konstantin
Konstantin is a name of Russian origins meaning “Constant, everlasting.”
Koren
Koren is a name of Hebrew origins meaning “Shining, beaming.”
Kort
Kort is a name of American origins meaning “From Courtenay in France.”
Kosta
Kosta is a name of Bulgarian origins meaning “Constant, steadfast.”
Kostya
Kostya is a name of Slavic origins meaning “Constant.”
Kosumi
Kosumi is a name of Native American origins meaning “Fishing for salmon with spear.”
Kota
Kota is a name of Japanese origins meaning “Happiness, good fortune.”
Kotaro
Kotaro is a name of Japanese origins meaning “Shine,” “Cultivate,” or “Thick.”
Kouki
Kouki is a name of Japanese origins meaning “Light, happiness, hope, radiance, sunshine.”
Kouta
Kouta is a name of Japanese origins meaning “Peace” or “Thick, big.”
Kovit
Kovit is a name of Thai origins meaning “Expert.”
Kramer
Kramer is a name of German origins meaning “Traveling merchant.” Cosmo Kramer a main character on Seinfeld.
Kreios
Kreios is a name of Greek origins meaning “Lord.”
Krikor
Krikor is a name of Armenian origins meaning “Watchful.”
Krister
Krister is a name of Scandinavian origins meaning “Christ bearer.”
Kristoff
Kristoff is a name of Scandinavian origins meaning “Christ bearer.” In Frozen, Kristoff is an ice harvester, main love interest, and friend to reindeer Sven.
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Krosstin
Krosstin is a name of American origins meaning “Unknown.”
Kualii
Kualii is a name of Hawaiian origins meaning “Murky, unclear.”
Kulon
Kulon is a name of Indonesian origins meaning “The west.”
Kumar
Kumar is a name of Indian origins meaning “Prince.”
Kumara
Kumara is a name of Indian origins meaning “Son, Boy child.”
Kunihide
Kunihide is a name of Japanese origins meaning “Nation,” “Excellent,” or “Beauty.”
Kunihiro
Kunihiro is a name of Japanese origins meaning “Country,” “Spacious,” or “Abundant.”
Kuniyuki
Kuniyuki is a name of Japanese origins meaning “Nation,” “Good fortune,” or “Happiness.”
Kunle
Kunle is a name of African origins meaning “Home filled with honors.”
Kuno
Kuno is a name of German origins meaning “Clan, family.”
Kuper
Kuper is a name of Hebrew origins meaning “Copper.”
Kuro
Kuro is a name of Japanese origins meaning “Ninth Son.” It may also be spelled Kurou.
Kuruk
Kuruk is a name of Native American origins meaning “Bear.”
Kuval
Kuval is a name of Indian origins meaning “Water lily.”
Kuzey
Kuzey is a name of Turkish origins meaning “North.”
Kuzih
Kuzih is a name of Native American origins meaning “Great talker.”
Kwabena
Kwabena is a name of African origins meaning “Born on Tuesday.”
Kwadwo
Kwadwo is a name of African origins meaning “Born on Monday.”
Kwam
Kwam is a name of Native American origins meaning “God’s gracious gift.”
Kwan
Kwan is a name of Korean origins meaning “Strong.”
Kwanza
Kwanza is a name of African origins meaning “Beginning, birth.”
Kwasi
Kwasi is a name of African origins meaning “Born on Sunday.”
Kweli
Kweli is a name of Swahili origins meaning “Truth.”
Kwende
Kwende is a name of African origins meaning “Let’s go.”
Kwint
Kwint is a name of Dutch origins meaning “Fifth.”
Kylemore
Kylemore is a name of Scottish origins meaning “Long narrows.”
Kynan
Kynan is a name of Welsh origins meaning “Hound.”
Kyne
Kyne is a name of English origins meaning “Royal.”
Kynton
Kynton is a name of English origins meaning “From the royal manor.”
Kyosuke
Kyosuke is a name of Japanese origins meaning “Respectful.”
Kyran
Kyran is a name of American origins meaning “From Cyrene in Libya.”
Kyros
Kyros is a name of Greek origins meaning “Lord.”
Kyrylo
Kyrylo is a name of Slavic origins meaning “Lord, lordly.”
Kyu
Kyu is a name of Korean origins meaning “Model, spirituality.”
Krystin Morgan is a writer, career consultant, and talent acquisition professional living in Seattle, WA with her husband, daughter, and dog. She's been obsessed with names since childhood, when she spent hours with friends poring over baby name books to find the meaning of every name they could think of.
