Which Irish name means love?

Áine is the goddess of love and fertility, according to Irish legend. This feminine name means radiance or brilliance. Caomhán is a masculine name, meaning ‘beloved in Irish.’ It is the name of an early Irish saint.

Which name means gold in Irish?

Órfhlaith, Orla, Orlagh, and Órlait are some of the Irish names commonly associated with gold.

Which Irish name means darling?

Muirne, Caoimhe, Caomh, and Caomhán are some Irish names that reflect the meaning of ‘beloved’ or ‘darling.’

Which Irish name means angel?

Aingeal is the Irish cognate of Angela, derived from the Greek Angelos, meaning ‘the divine heavenly messenger.’

What is the Irish name for happiness?

Suibhne is derived from the Old Irish Suibne, meaning ‘joy,’ ‘pleasure,’ and ‘happiness.’ The name was a notable title borne by many famous Irish personalities in their early history.

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351 Irish Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With K

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Kennedy	Girl	Helmeted head; Armored head
Kaiden	Boy	Loving companion; From the wetlands; Warrior
Kevin	Boy	Handsome by birth; Gentle; Lovable; Fair; Peace
Karter	Boy	Transporter of goods by carts; One who uses a cart
Kenneth	Boy	Handsome; Comely; Respect
Kaden	Boy	Fighter; Battler
Kane	Boy	Son of Cathán; Warrior; Battle; Barnacle goose
Kiara	Girl	Dark; Bright; Shining; Peaceful; A lady with dusk hair; First ray of the sun
Kenzie	Girl	Handsome; Beautiful; Good
Killian	Boy	Little church; War; Strife; Bright-headed; Little warrior; Monk's cell; Fiery; Strife

Kayleigh	Girl	Fair; Pure; Keeper of the keys
Kian	Boy	Ancient; Grace of God; Enduring one; King; Realm
Kaison	Boy	Calf; Pollen; Warrior
Keira	Girl	Little dark-haired one
Keiran	Boy	Black; Black-haired; Army's edge
Keegan	Boy	Son of Aodhagán; Son of Fire
Kaitlyn	Girl	Pure; Each of the two; Clear; Innocent
Kendra	Girl	Knowing; Handsome; Respect; Old power; Bold power; Chief hero
Kyra	Girl	Throne; Sun; Young; Lord
Kasey	Boy	Vigilant; Observant

Kenna	Girl	Handsome; Fire-born; Ruler of the valley
Kylian	Boy	Church; Narrows; Channel; Strait
Kiana	Girl	Ancient; Divine; Goddesslike; Essence
Kelly	Boy	Warrior; Wood; Born on a farm; Bright-headed
Kase	Boy	Descendant of Cathassach; Vigilant; Cheese; Dwarf; Torrent
Kellan	Boy	Slender; Son of Alan; Beautiful; Little rock; Son of Colin; Young one
Kellen	Boy	Strong; Bright-headed; Slender; Great warrior; Swampy area
Kaisley	Girl	Vigilant; Brave; Pure
Kynlee	Girl	White warrior
Kiera	Girl	Little dark one; Dark-headed; Dusky; Black

Kody	Boy	Descendant of the helpful one; Son of Odo; Helpful
Kathleen	Girl	Pure; Clear; Flawless; Unsullied; Clean; Each of the two; Far off
Kacey	Boy	Vigilant; Watchful
Kerry	Girl	Ciar's people; Kingdom of Ciar; One with dark complexion
Keenan	Boy	Ancient; The descendant of Cianán
Keily	Girl	Slender; Graceful
Kenia	Girl	White mountain; Handsome; Fair; Respect; Esteem
Kaine	Boy	Spear; Battle; Acquired
Kaylin	Girl	Waterfall; Pure; Lake; Rejoicer
Kilian	Boy	Little church; War; Strife; Bright-headed; Little warrior; Monk's cell

Kaelyn	Girl	Pure; Keeper of the keys
Kaira	Girl	Alluring; Delightful; Beloved; Dark
Kaylynn	Girl	Pool; Waterfall; Rejoicer; Pure; Pure lake
Kinsey	Girl	Royal victory; Victorious prince; Child; Offspring
Kynleigh	Unisex	White warrior
Konnor	Boy	Desirer of hound; Lover of wolves
Kyrin	Boy	Black; Dark-haired
Kain	Unisex	Spear; Acquired; Archaic; Clear water
Kacen	Boy	Descendant from the vigilant one; Noble heart; Calf
Kiyan	Boy	King; Ancient

Kalen	Boy	Slender; Fair
Kaidyn	Boy	Friend; Fighter
Kyran	Boy	Beam of light; Black
Konner	Boy	Desirer of hound; Lover of wolves
Kainen	Unisex	Ocean explorer or sea wanderer
Karleigh	Girl	Free woman; Protected; Champion
Kenzi	Unisex	Handsome; Beautiful; Good
Kaci	Girl	Vigilant
Kyan	Boy	Ancient; Enduring
Keyon	Boy	Homeland; To construct; Respect; Strong; God is gracious

Kacie	Girl	Vigilant; Watchful
Kael	Boy	Slender; Narrow
Kellin	Boy	Slender; War
Keeley	Girl	Slender; Graceful
Kyrah	Girl	Throne; Sun; Young; Lord; Black
Kaley	Girl	Delicate; To rejoice; Pure; Clearing
Kodi	Boy	Helpful; Beneficial; Descendant of the helpful one; Son of Odo
Kaedyn	Boy	A fighter; A companion
Kevon	Boy	Handsome; Beloved
Kadyn	Boy	Fighter

Kelis	Girl	Bright-headed; War; Strife; Church; Helper; Defender
Ken	Boy	Good health; Intelligent; Born of fire; Handsome
Keiry	Unisex	Black
Kavon	Boy	Handsome; Beloved
Kennady	Girl	Ugly; Armored head
Kollins	Unisex	Victory of the people; Descendant of Coileán
Kirby	Boy	Church settlement; Settlement by a church; Descendant of Cíarmhac
Kambrie	Unisex	Strong; Adventurous; Independent.
Kaitlynn	Girl	Pure; Each of the two; Lake
Keandre	Boy	Ancient; Man; Manly; Masculine

Kailen	Unisex	Clean; Pure; Mighty warrior
Keigan	Unisex	Fire
Kayli	Girl	Slender
Keyan	Boy	King; Ancient
Kyara	Girl	Bright; Famous; Black
Keilyn	Unisex	Young girl
Kaileen	Girl	Slender; A narrow; Strait
Kiernan	Boy	Son of a lord; Little dark one; Black; Dark
Kayle	Unisex	Merry; Man; Companion
Kaycie	Girl	Alert; On the watch

Kaylene	Girl	Slender; Crown; Laurel
Keisy	Girl	Vigilant; She shines bright
Kierra	Girl	Dark; Lord
Kaliana	Unisex	Most beautiful; Slender; Flower
Kaydan	Unisex	Companion
Kailer	Unisex	Narrows; Channel; Strait; Hole; Narrow piece of land
Kullen	Boy	Handsome; Colony; Holly
Kaylei	Girl	Laurel; Crown; Slender; Fair
Kaylon	Unisex	Slender
Keane	Boy	Battle; Very old

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Infographic: Attractive Irish Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With K

Irish Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With K are significant and exquisite. They carry an inherent sense of charm that's almost impossible to ignore. Our infographic below shares several options that fit diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds. Explore the list and pick a name that resonates with you. Remember, your baby's name is integral to their identity, so choose a name that best complements their personality.

Irish Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With K(infographic)

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