When researching your family history on Ancestry, you may come across various nicknames that your ancestors went by. For example, "Kate" is a common nickname for individuals named Katherine or Kathleen, while "Ken" is a popular nickname for Kenneth. Similarly, "Kim" is a common nickname for Kimberly, and "Kris" for Kristina or Kristopher. By understanding these nicknames, you can gain more insight into your ancestors" lives and the people they were close to.
On this page, we will delve deeper into the "K" nicknames and how they relate to family history research with Ancestry. From "Kate" to "Kenny," we"ll explore the origins and meanings behind these frequently used nicknames. Join us on this journey of discovery and let"s uncover more about your family history together!
Female Names Starting with "K"
Kaitlyn - Katie
Katherine - Kathy, Kat, Katie, Katy, Kittie, Kit, Kitty
Kathleen - Kathy
Kathryn - Kate, Kathy, Kat
Keziah - Kizza, Kizzie
Kimberly - Kim
Kristen - Kris
Kristin - Kris
Kristina - Kris
Male Names Starting with "K"
Kendall - Ken
Kendrick - Ken
Kenneth - Ken, Kenny
Kent - Ken
Kevin - Kev
Kristian - Kris
Kristopher - Kris
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