Beautiful Baby Girl Names Starting With The Letter K

Who says the Kardashian-Jenners are the only ones who can have girl names that start with a K? A total of 11 of the 200 most popular names for girls from the 2010s start with a K and we promise, there are so many other names out there besides Kylie, Kim, Kendall, Khloé, Kris, and Kourtney. From popular choices like Kinsley and Kennedy to more obscure names with beautiful meanings such as Kai and Khushi, or even names that reference characters from Greek mythology, there are plenty to choose from for your baby girl. 

Whether you're expecting a child in the coming months or just like to keep a list of potential baby names in the notes app on your phone — don't worry, we all do it — take a look at some of our favorite names for girls that start with a K. You're guaranteed to fall in love with at least one of these adorable names.

Another one of the top 100 baby girl names from 2020, Kennedy is ranked at No. 72, according to the Social Security Administration. Proving to be a popular pick for girls for many years, Kennedy also placed at No. 68 in the top 200 baby names of the 2010s.

As noted by Behind the Name, Kennedy is associated with being "wholesome," "strong," and "refined," possibly because of the name's ties to former first lady Jacqueline Kennedy. Jackie O was known for her style, elegance, and grace during husband John F. Kennedy's time as the 35th president of the United States. According to the Roper Center at Cornell University, Jackie had an approval rating of 51%, with only 2% of poll participants finding her "unfavorable" (the rest of participants were either "undecided" or had "not heard enough" about the former first lady to have an opinion).

If you're a fan of the legendary Jackie Kennedy, then why not name your baby girl after one of the most influential and beloved first ladies of all time?

As Behind the Name explained, Kacey is a variation of the name Casey, an Irish name that is derived from Cathasach, which means "vigilant." Behind the Name also tells us that people believe the name to be "youthful," "strong," and "wholesome."

If you like the name Kacey, we're guessing that you've probably heard of one of the most famous Kaceys: country-pop star Kacey Musgraves. Musgraves won Album of the Year at the Grammys for her 2018 album, "Golden Hour," and her album "Star-Crossed" was released on Sep. 10, 2021 to positive reviews (via NPR). Who knows — maybe your daughter will grow up to be just as stylish, creative, and talented as the legendary Kacey Musgraves if you choose this name!

Another famous Casey who you likely know is Casey Kasem. The iconic actor is known for voicing Shaggy in a number of "Scooby-Doo" projects (via IMDb). Kasem has also had roles in the 1984 movie "Ghostbusters" and "The Transformers: The Movie." Your child will probably watch at least one of these shows or movies throughout their childhood, so why not give them ties to the beloved actor?

Although Katherine is the 42nd most popular name in the past 100 years, according to data from the Social Security Administration, there are so many different variations you can go with to make your daughter's name stand out. If you want to give your child a more original name, consider nicknames derived from Katherine, such as Kat, Katya, or Kate.

Whatever you choose, there are so many name options derived from Katherine, which Behind the Name tells us has Greek roots. Although there is no definitive answer for where the name comes from, it has been said by World History Encyclopedia that Katherine could be derived from Hecate, the Greek goddess of magic. On the other hand, Behind the Name noted that Katherine could come from another Greek name, Hekaterine, which comes from the word "hekateros," translating to "each of the two."

There are also plenty of celebrities and famous historical figures named Katherine, proving the significance and popularity of the name. Some of these legendary women include Katherine of Aragon, the actress Katherine Heigl, and so many more.

Kayla has consistently remained a popular baby name in the United States in the past 20 years, according to the Social Security Administration. In the 1990s, Kayla was the 12th most popular baby girl name throughout the whole decade, and in the 2010 decade, 30,242 babies were named Kayla, possibly due to the name's origins. Kayla has an American origin and means "beloved," Baby Names noted. This meaning is perfect for a baby because after all, who is more beloved to you than your own child?

Behind the Name tells us that the name started to pop up more after the character Kayla Brady made appearances on the popular soap opera "Days of Our Lives" in the '80s. Actress and producer Mary Beth Evans has played the character on and off since 1986, after a recasting — no wonder the name Kayla has such a lasting legacy!

If you want to name your daughter something unique with a great meaning, consider naming her Khushi. The Social Security Administration's lack of data for the name tells us that Khushi is not popular in the U.S., as it does not appear in their list of most 1,000 popular baby names since the year 2000. Luckily, if you choose to name your baby Khushi, you'll never have to worry about your daughter getting mixed up with another child in the classroom. As noted by BabyCenter, this beautiful Indian baby name means "happiness," "joy," "pleasure," and "delight" — all great words to associate with your newborn.

BabyCenter also shares that Khushi is also related to the number four in numerology. If your name is a four, that means that you're logical, you like to keep things orderly, and maybe you're even a little type-A. If you want your child to value having a schedule or imagine a career for them as a manager of people or even a scientist, Khushi has strong connections to all of the above based on its numerological value.

Kristina appears to be a popular name worldwide as it has connections to Norwegian, Estonian, Croatian, English, and Russian cultures, as noted by Behind the Name. The Social Security Administration tells us that in the U.S., Kristina was in the top 200 baby names in the '90s, but has become less popular over the years. That being said, why not be the one to help make this stunning name trendy again?

Kristina is a form of the name Christina, which is the "Latin feminine form of Christian," a name that can be traced all the way back to the Middle Ages in England, according to Behind the Name. Keeping with the religious theme, The Bump tells us that in Scandinavian and Czechoslovakian cultures, Kristina means "follower of Christ."

And of course, if you're a fan of the Kardashians, you could even nickname your daughter Kris after the most legendary momager to ever grace our television screens.

Kelly is another name that the Social Security Administration tells us is consistently popular in the United States and for good reason. As noted by Behind the Name, the gender-neutral name comes from the Irish name Ceallach, which is believed to mean "bright-headed." And we can think of plenty of bright-headed people who carry the name Kelly.

Think of Grace Kelly, one of the most iconic actresses of all time known for her roles in Alfred Hitchcock's movies "To Catch a Thief," "Dial M for Murder," and "Rear Window" (via IMDb). If you don't remember Grace Kelly for her outstanding acting abilities, then perhaps you remember her as Princess Grace when she married the prince of Monaco in 1956 (via Britannica).

Some other well-known celebrities named Kelly include actress from "All My Children" and co-host of "Live with Kelly and Ryan" Kelly Ripa; singer, TV host, and judge on "The Voice" Kelly Clarkson, and British TV personality Kelly Osbourne. You just really can't go wrong with this classic pick.