UK name, mostly girls
Kc
An abbreviation of the name Katherine, derived from the Greek meaning "pure".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2014. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Kc is mostly registered for girls in the UK records. People looking for Kc popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2014 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5691, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2006, with 8 births.
This profile covers 60 England and Wales registrations across 12 recorded years from 1997 to 2014. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 38% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 60 living people in the UK are called Kc. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2015 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Kc ranked #5691 for girls in England and Wales in 2014, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2006, when 8 girls were registered as Kc.
- • About 60 living people in the UK are estimated to have Kc as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
- • Across the England and Wales records shown here, 85.7% of Kc registrations are for girls.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5691
2014
Births in 2014
3
Latest year
Peak year
2006
8 births
Estimated living
60
2026
Gender
Boy and girl registrations for Kc
In England and Wales birth records, Kc has been registered for both boys and girls. Across the years shown here, 14.3% of registrations are for boys and 85.7% are for girls.
These figures use the sex categories in the published baby-name files. They are useful for spotting how the name is used at registration, but they are not a live measure of gender identity or everyone living with the name today.
Kc registered for boys
- Ranked #4,678 in 2010
- 3 boys registered in 2010
- Peak: 2005 (4 births)
Kc registered for girls
- Ranked #5,691 in 2014
- 3 girls registered in 2014
- Peak: 2006 (8 births)
Meaning
What does Kc mean?
The given name Kc is of ancient Indian origin, with roots tracing back to the Vedic Sanskrit language and Hindu scriptures. It is derived from the Sanskrit word "Kacha," which means "brahmin" or "learned scholar." The name is believed to have been first used in the region of the Indian subcontinent around the 5th century BCE.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Kc can be found in the Hindu epic Mahabharata, where Kacha is mentioned as a renowned sage and teacher. He was said to have imparted his knowledge of the sacred Vedas and other ancient texts to numerous students, earning him a revered status in the Hindu tradition.
In the 3rd century BCE, a Buddhist monk named Kc played a significant role in spreading the teachings of Buddhism throughout the Indian subcontinent. He is credited with establishing several monasteries and contributing to the development of Buddhist philosophy and literature.
During the Gupta Empire in the 4th century CE, a prominent mathematician and astronomer named Kc made significant contributions to the field of mathematics. His treatise on algebra, titled "Kc-Samhita," was widely studied and influenced the development of mathematical concepts in ancient India.
In the 8th century CE, a renowned scholar and poet named Kc hailed from the southern region of India. His works, which included poetry, plays, and treatises on various subjects, were highly acclaimed and helped shape the literary landscape of the time.
Another notable figure in history with the name Kc was a 12th-century Indian philosopher and logician. He wrote extensively on epistemology, metaphysics, and the nature of consciousness, leaving a lasting impact on Indian philosophical thought.
While the name Kc has its origins in India, it has also been adopted and used in various parts of the world, particularly in regions influenced by Indian culture and diaspora communities. However, the historical and cultural significance of the name remains deeply rooted in the ancient Indian traditions and knowledge systems.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Kc over time
The chart below compares boys and girls registered as Kc in England and Wales, from 1997 to 2014. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Kc, the clearest high point is 2006. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2014, compared with 8 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Kc by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Kc was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #5728 | 9 | 3 |
| 2000s | #3273 | 41 | 7 |
| 1990s | #3007 | 10 | 2 |
Related
Names similar to Kc
- Katie 53,185
- Keira 14,411
- Katherine 11,323
- Kayleigh 10,677
- Kate 10,276
- Kelsey 7,224
- Kiera 7,218
- Kayla 6,541
- Kirsty 6,384
- Khadija 5,948
- Kimberley 5,189
- Kaitlyn 5,137
FAQ
Kc: questions and answers
How popular is the name Kc in the UK right now?
In 2014, Kc was ranked #5691 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Kc most popular?
The peak year on record was 2006, with 8 babies registered as Kc in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Kc?
An abbreviation of the name Katherine, derived from the Greek meaning "pure".
How many people are called Kc in the UK?
A total of 60 babies have been registered as Kc across the 12 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.