Here you’ll find 23 Polish girl names that start with K that begin with K, organized from “Kaja” to “Kunegunda”. Many names show Slavic roots, religious influence, or Germanic and Latin borrowings. Use this list for baby naming, genealogy, or character research.

Polish girl names that start with K are female given names used in Poland that begin with the letter K. Historically, names like “Kunegunda” reflect medieval saints and noble traditions, while many modern choices are shorter and trendier.

Below you’ll find the table with Name, Pronunciation, Meaning & origin, Diminutives/Variants, and Name day.

Name: You see the standard Polish spelling, including diacritics, so you can identify the exact original form.

Pronunciation: Phonetic cues or IPA show how to say each name, helping you choose names that sound right.

Meaning & origin: A concise meaning and origin gives cultural context and helps you understand each name’s background.

Diminutives/Variants: Common short forms and variants help you spot nicknames and alternative spellings used in Poland.

Name day: The traditional Polish name day (imieniny) notes when each name is celebrated, useful for cultural planning.

Polish girl names that start with K

NamePronunciationMeaning/OriginPopularity (Poland)
KajaKAH-yahShort form of Katarzyna or from Scandinavian Gaia; multiple originsapprox. rank 250
Kajetanaka-ye-TAH-nahFeminine of Kajetan (Latin Caietanus)approx. rank 1,500
Kalinakah-LEE-nahSlavic word for viburnum (flowering shrub)approx. rank 800
Kamilaka-MEE-lahFrom Latin Camilla, ancient Roman family nameapprox. rank 75
Karinaka-REE-nahPossibly from Katarina or Latin ‘beloved’approx. rank 700
Karolaka-ROH-lahFeminine form of Karol (Charles)approx. rank 1,000
Karolinaka-ro-LEE-nahFeminine of Karol (Charles)approx. rank 35
Katarzynaka-ta-ZHI-naFrom Greek Aikaterine, often “pure”approx. rank 3
Kazimieraka-zee-MYEH-rahFeminine of Kazimierz, “proclaims peace”approx. rank 150
Klementynakle-men-TY-nahFrom Latin Clementina ‘merciful’approx. rank 400
Klotyldaklo-TIL-dahFrom Germanic Clotilde ‘famous in battle’approx. rank 900
KlaraKLAH-rahFrom Latin Clara ‘clear, bright’approx. rank 200
KlaudiaKLAU-dyahFrom Roman Claudia family nameapprox. rank 55
KingaKEEN-gahHungarian/Polish saint’s name (from Kunegunda)approx. rank 150
KiraKEE-rahPossibly from Cyra or Slavic forms; multiple originsapprox. rank 600
Konstancjakon-STAN-tsyahFrom Latin Constantia ‘steadfast’approx. rank 350
Korneliakor-NYE-lyahFrom Latin Cornelia ‘horn’ (Roman gens)approx. rank 300
Koralinako-ra-LEE-nahPolish form of Coraline/Coraline (coral)approx. rank 1,000
Kordeliakor-DEH-lyahPolish form of Cordelia (possibly ‘heart’ or daughter)approx. rank 2,000
Kseniakseh-NYAFrom Greek Xenia ‘hospitality’ (via Slavic forms)approx. rank 500
Krystynakri-STIH-nahFeminine of Christian, ‘follower of Christ’approx. rank 4
Kunegundaku-ne-GOON-dahGermanic Kunigunde ‘brave family’approx. rank 1,200
Karynaka-RY-nahVariant of Karina/Katarzyna used in Polandapprox. rank 1,100

Descriptions

Kaja
Modern, concise name used independently in Poland; diminutives Kajka. Often seen as fresh alternative to Katarzyna.
Kajetana
Rare, classical form derived from a male saint’s name; diminutives Kajeta, Etta. Occasional historical usage.
Kalina
Nature-inspired, poetic name; popular in literature and folk tradition. Diminutives Kalinka, Kalia.
Kamila
Well-established modern name in Poland; common diminutives Kami, Kamcia. Widely used across generations.
Karina
Used as both independent name and variant of Katarzyna/Karina. Diminutives Karinka, Karia.
Karola
Less common formal feminine of Karol; diminutives Karo, Karolka. Seen historically and occasionally today.
Karolina
Very popular across generations; classic and fashionable. Diminutives Karo, Karolcia, Karolinka.
Katarzyna
One of Poland’s most traditional female names; dozens of diminutives like Kasia, Kasiunia, Katarzynka.
Kazimiera
Historic Polish name with saintly associations; diminutives Kazia, Kazimierka. Traditional but still used.
Klementyna
Vintage, literary feel; diminutives Klementynka, Klemcia. Used intermittently since 19th century.
Klotylda
Old-fashioned, saint-associated name; diminutives Klotka. Seen in historical records and name-day lists.
Klara
Classic, increasingly popular for newborns. Simple diminutives Klarcia. Internationally recognizable.
Klaudia
Common modern name; diminutives Klaudka, Klaudia. Widely used among younger generations.
Kinga
Strong medieval saintly association (St. Kinga). Friendly diminutives Kingusia, Kinga.
Kira
Short, international-sounding; used in Poland especially with Eastern European influence. Diminutives Kirusia.
Konstancja
Elegant, classical; used in literature and aristocratic families. Diminutives Konstanka, Concia.
Kornelia
Traditional, refined name; diminutives Kora, Nelia, Kornelka.
Koralina
Modern literary/creative variant related to “koral” (coral). Diminutives Kora, Lina.
Kordelia
Uncommon, literary-sounding variant. Diminutives Kora, Delia.
Ksenia
Used especially among families with Eastern Slavic ties; diminutive Ksenka.
Krystyna
Long-established Polish name with many diminutives: Krysia, Krystynka. Very common historically.
Kunegunda
Medieval/saintly name, rare today. Diminutives Kuna, Gunda. Present in calendars and historical records.
Karyna
Modern-sounding variant; sometimes regional. Diminutives Karyna, Karinka.
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