Masculine leaning neutral non-binary names
- Jude
Origin:
Latin diminutive of JudahMeaning:
"praised"Description:
Jude is a modern star, maintaining a steady level of popularity -- but not TOO much popularity -- for more than a decade now. Thank Jude Law and the great Lennon-McCartney song "Hey Jude", double-handedly responsible for propelling Jude up the charts.
- Julian
Origin:
English from Latin, variation of JuliusMeaning:
"youthful, downy-bearded, or sky father"Description:
Cool and charming, with plenty of flair and sophistication, Julian manages to strike the balance between being a sensible classic and contemporary choice. Appealingly international, it is no wonder Julian is a rising star.
- Julien
Origin:
French from LatinMeaning:
"youthful, downy-bearded, or sky father"Description:
Julien is the handsome French form of Julian, which derives from Julius, a Roman family name. Its origin is shrouded in history, but possible roots include Latin iuvenis, meaning "youthfu"; Greek ioulos, meaning "downy-bearded"; or Jovis, a form of Jupiter, which means "sky father".
- Kade
Origin:
Spelling variation of CadeDescription:
Kade is a prime example of the new trend for substituting K's at the beginning of traditionally C-starting names.
- Kadyn
- Kamari
Origin:
Variation of Kamaria, SwahiliMeaning:
"moonlight"Description:
A melodic name that's taking off in the African-American community, along with sound-alikes such as Amari, Jamari, and Damari.
- Kamden
Origin:
Spelling variation of CamdenMeaning:
"winding valley"Description:
Spelling Camden with a K makes it less of a place name—Camden is a downmarket city in New Jersey and an upmarket area of London—and more of a Kardashian-era confection, or maybe konfection. Both Kamden and Camden are in the Top 500 boys’ names.
- Kameron
Origin:
Spelling variation of Cameron, ScottishMeaning:
"crooked nose"Description:
Kameron has become a very popular spelling for boys -- as are the condensed Kamron and Kamren.
- Kamron
Origin:
Spelling variation of CameronDescription:
The farther down the Top 1000 list you get, the more Cameron variations you see. This version has been declining lately and could drop off the charts altogether very soon.
- Karson
Origin:
Spelling variation of Carson, Scottish and EnglishMeaning:
"son of the marsh dwellers"Description:
An increasingly popular spelling of Carson, Karson feels at home with Kayden, Kieran, and Kai. While the Carson spelling sits just outside the Top 100 and is used three times more often, Karson is still given to around 980 babies each year.
- Karter
Origin:
Spelling variation of CarterMeaning:
"transporter of goods by cart"Description:
Lovers of the name Carter and the Kardashians method of baby naming have popularized this choice, one of many boys' names starting with K that began life as boys' names starting with C. Karter has been in the charts since 2005, riding on the success of the original Carter. Since 2014, Karter has been just inside the Top 200.
- Kasen
Origin:
Modern invented nameDescription:
Kasen is one of several linked names, all spelled differently and pronounced the same. Kayson is the most popular spelling of the name, but they include Cason, Casen, Cayson and so on.
- Kash
Origin:
Spelling variation of Cash, word and occupational nameDescription:
A modern spelling of an already modern sounding name, Kash is a spelling variant of the name Cash. Like Kairo, Karter, Karson, and Krew, that K initial gives it a very 21st century feel.
- Kayden
Origin:
Modern invented nameDescription:
This member of the aden/ayden extended family is a popular choice not only in the US but across the pond in England, Wales and Scotland as well. Angie Everhart has a son named Kayden Bobby.
- Keagan
Origin:
Spelling variation of KeeganDescription:
While Keegan has been rising in popularity for a number of years, this variant spelling has dropped in the lists.
- Keaton
Origin:
EnglishMeaning:
"shed town"Description:
Keaton is an engaging surname with warmth, energy and a sense of humor, identified with silent comedian Buster Keaton and contemporary actors Michael and Diane Keaton. Although rare as a first name, a young Keaton would fit right in with classmates Keenan and Kellen.
- Keegan
Origin:
IrishMeaning:
"son of Egan"Description:
Keegan is one of a clan of spirited Irish surnames starting with K and ending with 'n'--this one with the cheery double 'e' in the middle-- that are appealing to an increasing number of parents. It derives from Mac Aodhagáin, meaning "son (or descendant) of Aodhagán," a diminutive of the Irish name Aodh--pronounced Aye.
- Keenan
Origin:
IrishMeaning:
"ancient"Description:
This name of three ancient saints, one Wayans brother, and an NFL wide receiver makes an energetic choice.
- Kieran
Origin:
IrishMeaning:
"little dark one"Description:
Long popular in Ireland and England, Kieran, the name of Ireland's first-born saint and twenty-five other saints, has been building its U.S. fan base thanks to its strong and attractive sound, and its fashionable Irish brogue. While Ciaran is the more authentic Irish spelling, Kieran is more popular this side of the Atlantic.
- Killian
Origin:
IrishMeaning:
"war strife or church"Description:
Killian – aka Cillian – is a spirited yet resonant Gaelic name that was borne by several Irish saints and could make a distinctive replacement for the dated Kelly. Kylian is another spelling that's gaining traction, thanks to French soccer star Kylian Mbappé. Possible downsides: an unsavory first syllable and a connection to the trendy brew.