Names Ending in K for Girls
By Nameberry
Updated Thu Nov 30 2023
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- Lark
Origin:
English bird nameDescription:
Lark is getting some new and well-deserved attention as a post-Robin and Raven bird name. Although it was first recorded as a name in the 1830's, it has never appeared on the Social Security list.
- Anouk
Origin:
Dutch and French variation of AnnaMeaning:
"grace"Description:
Anouk, made famous by French actress Anouk Aimée, is a singular name with a lovely sound and a Bohemian feel. Anouk Aimée was born as Francoise, but adopted the first name of the character she played in her debut film.
- Jack
Origin:
EnglishMeaning:
"God is gracious"Description:
Jack for a girl: could it go the way of James and become a trendy new thing? There's something smart and understatedly cool about Jack for either gender, although long forms Jacqueline or Jacquetta aren't quite ready for a revival just yet.
- Maverick
Origin:
AmericanMeaning:
"independent, nonconformist"Description:
Free-spirited Maverick is no longer an innovative choice for a son, but by using it on a daughter, you could put the maverick back in Maverick.
- Anuk
Origin:
Romansh, diminutive of AnnaMeaning:
"grace"Description:
A simplified spelling of the quirky European diminutive Anouk, used by the tiny Romansh-speaking population of Switzerland.
- Puck
Origin:
Literary nameDescription:
Puck, the mischievous sprite of Shakespeare, is a unisex name given more often to girls in The Netherlands and is also the name of one of the moons of Uranus, discovered in 1985 and named Puck for the Shakespearean figure.
- Nick
Description:
Nick as a feminine name is an uncommon usage of what is traditionally a masculine name. Most commonly, Nick is a diminutive of Nicholas, derived from the Greek name Nikolaos, meaning 'victory of the people.' When used for girls, it represents the modern trend of gender-neutral naming. It may also function as a nickname for feminine names such as Nicole, Nicola, or Dominique. The name's brevity gives it a contemporary, no-nonsense quality that appeals to parents seeking simplicity. As a feminine name, Nick remains quite rare, making it distinctive. Its masculinity can convey strength and directness when applied to girls, reflecting changing attitudes toward gender associations in naming practices.
- Mack
Origin:
Scottish, IrishMeaning:
"son of"Description:
Mack, a no-nonsense nickname with roots in Mackenzie, is part of the growing trend of boyish names for girls. Its crisp, modern feel gives it standout appeal alongside similar picks like Max and Drew. Not often heard on girls, although Hillary Scott used it as the middle name for her daughter Betsy in 2018.
- Beck
Origin:
Short form of Rebecca or EnglishMeaning:
"one living beside a small stream"Description:
Although the single-named singer is male, this might be a girl's nickname name or a sleek nature name that's perfect in the middle.
- Kick
Origin:
English word name, diminutive of Katherine, GreekMeaning:
"pure"Description:
Kick is a word name that some parents might use for their baby in utero — akin to Bean or Booboo — but it's increasingly being heard as a word name especially used in the middle, a la Jeremy Sisto for son Bastien. The Kennedy family has historically called daughters Kathleen "Kick" for short, and Kick can work as a nickname for a whole range of names male and female, from Nicholas to Keturah.
- Nik
Origin:
Diminutive of Nicole et alDescription:
Modern, boyish, if self-consciously groovy nickname for Nicole or any of its variations.
- Björk
Origin:
IcelandicMeaning:
"birch tree"Description:
Destined to remain a one-person name -- in this country anyway.
- İpek
Origin:
TurkishMeaning:
"silk"
- Skylark
Origin:
EnglishMeaning:
"small bird"Description:
Skylar may be mainstream now, but Skylark is fresh and offbeat. With Lark gaining more attention as a name — following in Wren's footsteps — Skylark feels fashionable yet distinct. Skylark debuted on the US charts in 2022.
- Pipaluk
Origin:
GreenlandicMeaning:
"sweet little thing who belongs to me"Description:
Consistently among the top 5 girls' names in Greenland for the past four decades, Pipaluk has one of the most adorable meanings going, and could make for a quirky route to Pip or Pippa. A famous bearer in Greenlandic-Danish author Pipaluk Freuchen.
- Kodiak
Origin:
Alutiiq, Native American,"island"Meaning:
"island"Description:
Kodiak Island, off the coast of Alaska, is the second largest island in the US as well as a baby name getting some attention, especially for boys and especially in Washington State.
- Flick
Description:
Flick is a feminine name with English origins, often considered a diminutive or nickname form of names like Felicity or Felicia. It has a bright, spunky quality that conveys quickness and vitality. The name evokes a sense of movement—like the quick motion of flicking something. As a standalone name, Flick gained some popularity in the late 20th and early 21st centuries, particularly in English-speaking countries, appealing to parents seeking short, contemporary names with character. The name has a modern, energetic feel that balances brevity with personality, making it both playful and distinctive for girls.
- Silk
Description:
Silk is an uncommon English word name derived directly from the luxurious fabric. The name evokes qualities of smoothness, elegance, softness, and luxury. As a given name, Silk has been used very rarely, making it a truly distinctive choice. The word itself comes from the Old English 'seoloc,' ultimately derived from the ancient Chinese silk trade routes. While traditionally gender-neutral, it has slightly more usage as a feminine name. Parents choosing Silk for their child likely appreciate its unique sound, memorable single-syllable simplicity, and the positive sensory associations it carries. The name projects an image of refinement and uncommon beauty, standing out in a world of more conventional names.
- Oak
Origin:
Nature nameDescription:
Ten times as many boys are named Oak as girls: about 50 boys last year to five girls. Of course, nature names don't have any traditional gender identification the way names like John and Mary do, so Oak works well for all babies. Oakley is the most popular Oak name for babies of all genders.
- York
Origin:
EnglishMeaning:
"from the yew estate"Description:
York is one of those names that's always been around but has never gone anywhere. There are records of baby Yorks born in 1880, yet since then it has never been given to more than 20 children in a single year. York has only ever charted as a girl name twice: in 2018, when it was given to five baby girls, and in 2020 to six girls.