26 African Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With K

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Kyaire	Unisex	The strength from God; Welcome
Kimani	Girl	Sailor; Adventurous
Kato	Boy	Who knows it all; Second of twins; Wise; Increasing wisteria; East of the river
Kimoni	Boy	Great man
Kijani	Boy	Warrior
Kamau	Boy	Silent warrior
Kwesi	Boy	Born on Sunday
Kanye	Boy	Next in line; Let's give; Only once; Only one
Kwaku	Boy	One who is born on a Wednesday
Kayode	Boy	He has brought us joy

Konan	Unisex	Born on Wednesday; Little wolf; Little hound
Kayen	Boy	He who is celebrated; Long hoped-for child
Kenyi	Boy	A son born after 3 daughters
Kaikura	Boy	Resembling a ground squirrel
Kabelo	Boy	To share; Inheritance
Kafu	Boy	Quiet
Kame	Boy	Desolate, arid
Kanelo	Boy	Enough, sufficent
Katungi	Boy	Rich and pure as a virgin
Kayonga	Boy	Ash

Keb	Boy	Part of the Earth
Kimotho	Boy	Left-handed
Kwanza	Boy	Beginning; Birth
Kondo	Boy	Warrior; War
Keanjaho	Boy	A mountain of beans
Kaima	Unisex	God's precious gift; Chief

Infographic: Notable African Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With K

Choosing the right name for your child requires careful consideration of several factors. Selecting a name that aligns with your child's personality and cultural background could be tricky with the myriad of themes available. If you are looking for noteworthy African Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With K, this infographic offers a curated list to help you find the perfect name for your little one.

African Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With K(infographic)

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