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200 Memorable Baby Names Starting with KA (Reader Favorites)

Browse 2,828 baby names starting with KA — 1,767 girl names and 899 boy names, each with meaning, origin, and popularity ranking.

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The KA sound gives names a distinctive quality. Names starting with KA are popular across American, English, India, Japan, Arabic traditions. Browse all 2,828 names below, organized by gender.

Quick facts: names starting with KA

  • 2,828 names starting with KA are in our database
  • 1,767 girl names and 899 boy names begin with KA
  • 162 gender-neutral names also start with KA
  • Top origins for KA names: American, English, India

Girl Names Starting With KA

1,767 girl names starting with KA — showing top 100

#185
Kaylani
Hawaii↑ Rising
sea and sky
#186
Katherine
Greek
Pure
#193
Kaia
Hawaiian
Sea, ocean
#253
Kailani
Hawaii↑ Rising
sea and sky
#255
Kaylee
American
Pure or keeper of the keys
#323
Kali
India
the black one
#357
Kamila
Arabic
Arabic
#364
Kayla
English
Hebrew
#392
Kaliyah
African↑ Rising
Pure or wise
#430
Katalina
Spain↑ Rising
A variant of Catalina, which is derived from the Greek 'katharos,' meaning 'pure.'
#459
Kataleya
American↑ Rising
Spanish
#501
Karissia
Greece
grace; kindness
#501
Kamberlyn
English
A creative combination, possibly from 'Camber' and 'Lynn'
#502
Kath
English
Pure
#502
Kaitryn
American
pure
#502
Kathlena
American
Pure or chaste; a variant of the name Kathleen.
#503
Kadezha
American
Pure
#504
Karrianne
American
Pure.
#506
Kamill
Hungary
A variant of the name Kamille, derived from the Latin 'camillus', meaning 'helper' or 'attendant'.
#507
Kamyria
American
a variant of Kamaria, meaning 'moonlight'
#509
Katee
American
A variant of Kate, meaning 'pure'.
#511
Karinah
Arabic
Meaning 'pure'.
#512
Kazandra
Greece
defender of man
#516
Kahdejah
American
One who is strong.
#516
Katalin
Hungarian
Pure
#517
Kaimilani
Hawaii
Hawaiian
#520
Karlotta
Germanic
Free woman
#521
Kasarah
American
A variant of 'Kassandra', meaning 'shining upon man'
#521
Kandria
American
pure
#522
Kate
United Kingdom↑ Rising
pure
#522
Kaylarae
American
Pure and beloved
#523
Kadajah
American
The name is a modern variant of 'Khadijah', meaning 'premature child' in Arabic.
#527
Kadenze
American
A variant of the name Kaden, meaning 'fighter' or 'warrior'.
#528
Kaylese
American
A modern unique name possibly derived from Kaylee and the suffix 'ese'.
#529
Karlisa
American
A modern name blending 'Karl' with a feminine suffix
#530
Kaniesha
American
A modern variation of the name Kanisha, typically used in African American communities.
#530
Karoma
American
One who is a chosen or selected one
#531
Karnesha
American
A modern variant of the name Kearney or Karrie.
#532
Katura
Japanese
Japanese
#533
Kayliegh
English
Keeper of the keys; pure
#533
Kaitlynmarie
English
English
#534
Kaylinda
American
a blend of Kay and Linda, often interpreted as pure or beloved
#534
Karysma
American
grace
#535
Kather
American
A variant of 'Catherine', meaning 'pure' or 'clear'.
#535
Kayleann
American
A modern blend of Kayla and Anne
#535
Kaitlon
American
English
#535
Kaliannah
English
A combination of Kali and Anna, meaning 'black' and 'grace'.
#536
Kayleh
American
Hebrew
#536
Kashandra
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#537
Kattya
Russia
Russian
#538
Kassadie
American
a variant of Cassidy, meaning 'clever' or 'curly-haired' in Irish
#545
Kayesha
American
Rejoice
#548
Kayanata
Sanskrit
แรก (first, primary)
#549
Kaiylee
American
Rejoice
#552
Katryn
American
pure
#552
Kanise
American
American English
#555
Karolann
France
A beloved name with deep roots
#557
Katerria
American
Pure
#558
Ka
Chinese
The name can signify 'elegance' or 'beautiful'.
#559
Kaysea
American
pure or happiness
#565
Katyiria
American
English
#567
Kazoua
Hmong Culture
Brave or strong
#567
Kadesia
American
Pure
#569
Kamika
Japan
神, kami meaning 'god' or 'spirit'; 花, ka meaning 'flower'
#572
Kathylene
English
A combination of 'Katherine' and 'Evelyn'
#572
Karamia
American
The beautiful one
#573
Kaiyonna
American
pure and clean
#573
Kaleisha
American
bringer of joy
#573
Kawanza
African
first fruits
#573
Kawtar
Arabic
كَوْثَر - abundance, plenty, a river in Paradise.
#574
Kaysa
Philippines
To be one with you.
#575
Kamra
American
Arabic
#575
Kateria
Italian
pure
#575
Kashmira
India
Hindi
#576
Kassiana
Greek
pure
#577
Kanwal
Pakistan
lotus
#579
Kashya
Indian
pure
#579
Kathern
English
pure, clear
#580
Kazmiera
Poland
A peaceful ruler
#581
Kailany
Arabic↑ Rising
Rejoicing; happiness
#583
Kashanda
American
African
#586
Karmindy
American
derived from the Latin 'carmen', meaning song or poem, combined with 'mindy', a diminutive of 'Amanda'.
#589
Kahniyah
American
Arabic
#591
Kattia
Spanish
Spanish
#594
Kathren
English
pure
#596
Katonya
Slavic
Pure
#596
Kathyn
English
English
#599
Kashona
American
African American Vernacular English
#601
Kaydience
American
English
#603
Kathlina
Germanic
Pure
#604
Katika
Swahili-speaking countries
The name signifies a form of the word for 'to break' or 'to tear,' with connotations of freedom.
#605
Kamekia
African
African American
#606
Kajol
Hindi
Hindi
#608
Kayja
American
A modern creation; possibly a blend of 'Kay' and 'Jade'.
#608
Kathlean
Ireland
pure
#610
Kadedra
American
pure, clear
#614
Katrese
American
English
#615
Karelia
Finland
A region in Finland known for its natural beauty.
#617
Kathelene
American
A variation of Katherine, meaning 'pure'.
#617
Katherynn
Greek
Pure

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Boy Names Starting With KA

899 boy names starting with KA — showing top 100

#93
Kai
Hawaii
sea
#135
Kayden
American
fighter
#226
Kairo
Various (particularly Western)↑ Rising
victorious
#237
Kaiden
American
A beloved name with deep roots
#264
Kayson
American↑ Rising
A modern name with no defined meaning; possibly derived from 'Kasey'
#270
Karter
American
English
#286
Kash
Hindi-speaking countries↑ Rising
Hindi
#295
Kaleb
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#328
Kaden
American
fighter; battle
#349
Kade
American
Round, barrel
#364
Kaizen
Japan↑ Rising
Improvement, change for the better.
#400
Kashton
American
unisex, innovative
#415
Kaysen
American↑ Rising
A modern created name, possibly derived from the surname Kaysen.
#451
Kane
American
Warrior
#453
Karson
American
son of the marsh-dwellers
#484
Kasen
Japan↑ Rising
fruit, berry
#501
Kassel
Germanic
German
#510
Karamo
West Africa
The one who is the best
#510
Kaspien
American
English
#517
Kalahikiola
American
the one who is a powerful leader
#517
Karamvir
India
Hindi / Punjabi
#520
Kammron
American
English
#524
Kardin
USA
son of the chief
#540
Kaison
American
A modern twist on traditionally male names like Kason.
#550
Kashiff
India
The one who digs or uncovers secrets.
#551
Kaimalu
American
Hawaiian
#558
Kawaiola
Hawaii
The one who is loved
#562
Kavy
India
Sanskrit
#564
Kasib
Arabic
one who earns; one who is successful
#568
Karloz
Spain
free man
#574
Kamarius
American
A modern invented name, possibly a blend of popular names.
#575
Kadarion
American
The name Kadarion is likely a modern invention, possibly derived from existing names that carry connotations of strength
#578
Kaiicen
Unknown
A beloved name with deep roots
#583
Karrar
Arabic
One who is determined or resolute; a person who is strong and gives orders.
#586
Kayjuan
American
a combination of Kay and Juan, meaning 'rejoice' and 'God is gracious'
#586
Kawayne
American
Worthy
#588
Karanvir
India
Brave warrior
#597
Kason
English
brave; a variant of the name Casey
#598
Karlon
Swedish
Germanic
#601
Kaydren
American
English
#602
Kahtai
India
Hindi
#605
Kamien
Poland
Stone
#606
Kamonte
American
African American Vernacular English
#613
Kawaski
American
A beloved name with deep roots
#616
Kadean
American
English
#621
Karnel
American
The warlike one
#624
Kamarcus
American
English
#634
Kainaan
Hebrew
to acquire
#639
Kasai
Japan↑ Rising
river
#642
Kaashif
Arabic
meaning 'revealer' or 'discoverer'
#647
Kazuyuki
Japanese
harmony and happiness
#649
Kamrun
Arabic
Associated with beauty and charm.
#649
Kaemen
English
Unknown
#665
Kazimer
Poland
peaceful, calm
#665
Kaibren
American
A modern creation possibly blending elements of names 'Kai', which means 'sea' in Hawaiian, and 'Brendan', which means '
#665
Kamronbek
Uzbekistan
Uzbek
#665
Karmari
American
African American Vernacular English
#681
Kamaire
American
Possibly derived from 'Kameron', meaning 'crooked nose'
#690
Kaie
Japan
Restoration, recovery
#693
Kayvien
English
thick, sturdy, and brave
#702
Kareem
Arabic
generous
#709
Kaiming
China
开明, meaning 'enlightened' or 'open-minded', reflecting clarity and foresight.
#710
Katsumi
Japan
勝美 (katsu mi) `victory, beauty`
#714
Kamm
American
crooked or crooked place
#715
Kazuhiro
Japan
One who is harmonious and prosperous.
#718
Kamden
English
English
#720
Katon
Japan
one who takes a step forward
#720
Kasimu
Swahili-speaking countries
Swahili
#725
Kahlid
Arabic
eternal
#730
Kahree
American
Free spirit
#742
Kamakani
Hawaii
the wind
#749
Kanji
Japanese
漢字 - 'Chinese characters'
#752
Kamarien
American
A variant of Kamari, meaning moonlight
#752
Kammeron
USA
crooked nose
#754
Kahmal
Arabic
Perfection, completeness
#756
Kaeon
American
A name thought to signify a modern twist or a variant of 'Kion'.
#763
Kaliff
Arabic
Successor, steward
#773
Kahmi
American
Warrior
#773
Kamell
American
Arabic
#778
Kaimipono
American
Hawaiian
#783
Karrem
Middle Eastern Countries
Generous
#783
Kalmer
Estonia
calm, serene
#788
Kaneil
USA
Little, compact
#789
Kamaury
American
sacred place
#791
Kalobe
American
A beloved name with deep roots
#797
Kaw
American
English
#800
Kaisen
Japan↑ Rising
Japanese
#811
Karar
Arabic
the one who decides
#813
Kawaun
American
A variant of Quan
#820
Karega
East Africa
One who is strong or fierce
#821
Kaser
Hebrew
Treasurer, Keeper of the castle
#823
Kabron
American
A strong individual
#831
Kaveen
Sri Lanka
A name referring to a person with a good character and strength.
#831
Kaelib
English
Hebrew
#836
Kaiser
Germanic
Emperor
#837
Kaheim
African
Swahili
#837
Kavone
American
Possibly derived from 'Kavon', meaning 'the best or the greatest'
#839
Kanard
French
Duck; waterfowl
#850
Kahleil
American
a variant of 'Khalil', meaning friend
#857
Kaysean
American
Derived from a combination of Kay and Sean, meaning 'rejoice' or 'broad'.

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Unisex Names Starting With KA

162 gender-neutral names starting with KA — showing top 100

#387
Kalani
Hawaii
Hawaiian
#556
Kamryn
American↑ Rising
crooked nose
#585
Kaedynn
American
Pure and Clear
#630
Kaidynn
American
A modern invented name, often associated with a variant of Caden.
#642
Kamsiyochi
Nigeria
What I asked for
#702
Kamaurie
American
English
#707
Kary
American
English
#709
Kazumi
Japan
Japanese
#719
Karsyn
American↑ Rising
Son of Carr, a variant of Karlyn or Carson
#723
Kaimi
Hawaii
The hidden one
#745
Kahlen
Ireland
Irish
#764
Kanyen
American
Native American
#820
Kaoru
Japanese
To be fragrant or to smell good.
#850
Kaydía
American
pure, clear
#886
Kaydian
American
A modern variation of Kayde.
#893
Kajun
American
A variant of Cajun, relating to a group of French-Louisiana settlers
#953
Kaygen
American
Rejoice, to be happy
#1049
Karroll
American
free man
#1053
Karstin
Sweden
Norse
#1094
Kashmiere
India
From the region of Kashmir, renowned for its beauty and cultural richness.
#1118
Kacey
Irish
Vigilant
#1119
Kang
Chinese
Strong, healthy
#1142
Kamari
Swahili-speaking countries
moonlight
#1171
Kayland
American
English
#1209
Kazu
Japan
Japanese
#1215
Kashka
Slavic
pure
#1301
Kaizer
Germanic
Emperor
#1383
Karry
American
A beloved name with deep roots
#1394
Karey
American
Pure, beloved
#1612
Kadynn
English
English
#1693
Karle
Germanic
German
#1733
Kalae
American
the beloved one
#1755
Karem
Arabic
generous, large-hearted
#1799
Kadison
USA
A modern name that incorporates the sound of traditional names like Madison and Kady.
#1806
Kamerin
American
English
#1807
Kaigan
Japan
ocean or sea
#1837
Karron
American
Friend
#1876
Kasey
American
Derived from the Irish surname O Cathasaigh, meaning 'descendant of Cathasach' which translates to 'vigilant'.
#1880
Kasper
Poland
treasurer
#1905
Kareen
English
A form of Karen, which means 'pure'.
#1936
Kandia
West Africa
African
#2134
Kamani
India↑ Rising
a fragrant flower
#2180
Kayce
American
A variation of 'Casey' meaning brave in battle
#2343
Kailynn
American
pure, keeper of the keys
#2820
Kayde
USA
pure
#3084
Kamdyn
American
A modern name likely derived from Camden, meaning 'winding valley'.
#3320
Kasani
American↑ Rising
A beloved name with deep roots
#3321
Kaylor
English↑ Rising
one who is like a keeper
#3424
Kanari
Japan↑ Rising
a bird in Japan
#3477
Kam
China
empty, void
#3610
Kaior
Japan
beautiful, virtuous, or good
#3611
Kamoni
Kenya↑ Rising
to emerge
#4087
Kalan
American↑ Rising
English
#4300
Kaoir
Japanese
The name may derive from the Japanese word '香' (ka), meaning 'fragrance'.
#4320
Kaydan
American↑ Rising
A beloved name with deep roots
#4466
Kaimani
Hawaii
the beloved pet
#4472
Kaydin
American
A beloved name with deep roots
#4473
Kaylon
American↑ Rising
Pure; keeper of the keys.
#4495
Karsen
American
a modern name variation possibly derived from Carson meaning 'son of the marsh-dwellers'
#4618
Kacyn
USA↑ Rising
Celtic
#4796
Karon
American
Pure; beloved
#4814
Kamori
Japan↑ Rising
guardian or protector
#4947
Kalijah
American↑ Rising
A beloved name with deep roots
#5036
Kayani
India
Urdu
#5117
Kaelan
Irish
slender, fair
#5121
Karver
American↑ Rising
one who carves or shapes wood
#5315
Kaiori
Japan↑ Rising
ocean village
#5482
Kasiah
American↑ Rising
English
#5496
Kalet
American
pure, chaste
#6218
Karmani
India↑ Rising
one who is diligent or hard-working
#6274
Kalin
Slavic countries↑ Rising
pure, slender
#6432
Kameryn
American↑ Rising
a variant of Cameron, meaning 'crooked nose'
#6438
Kashmere
American
A beloved name with deep roots
#6441
Kayan
Middle Eastern countries
Arabic
#6680
Kashmir
India
Desiring, longing
#6681
Kasiyah
American↑ Rising
Kinswoman, friend
#6994
Kaelen
Irish
slender
#7003
Kamrin
USA
English
#7005
Karan
India
Pure cell
#7006
Kayron
American↑ Rising
Pure
#7303
Kamiri
African
the one who is gifted
#7304
Kampbell
Scotland↑ Rising
crooked mouth
#7309
Kashi
India↑ Rising
Sanskrit
#7670
Kamarii
Swahili-speaking regions↑ Rising
One who is born during the full moon
#8095
Kanai
Japanese↑ Rising
a fragrant beauty
#8097
Kani
Japan↑ Rising
A joyful place
#8590
Kaydyn
American↑ Rising
pure
#8594
Kacy
American
alert, spirited
#9144
Kaidyn
USA
fighter
#9295
Kaimoni
Hawaii↑ Rising
a unique name with no direct translation, often viewed as a blend of 'Kai' (sea) and 'Moni' (money or worthy) representi
#9304
Kao
China
Nine or long-lasting.
#9313
Karmine
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#9313
Kassiah
American↑ Rising
Pure
#9774
Katori
Japan
victory
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Kartyr
USA
Derived from the name Karter, meaning 'one who transports'
—
Karlin
Slavic countries
free man
—
Kayton
American↑ Rising
Derived from 'Kaitlyn' meaning 'pure'
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Kahlee
English↑ Rising
A beloved name with deep roots
—
kaisyn
American↑ Rising
pure
—
Kalen
American
Slender or fair

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