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Kay

Kay is a girl's name with Ancient Greek origins. It is often used as a nickname for the Greek name Katherine (or Catherine), so the meaning of Kay is 'unadulterated' or 'to cheer'. The name Kay can be used as a first name but is also common as a surname as well. As a surname, it has Celtic roots, coming from the names MacKay and McKay. Despite its origins, Kay is a name that could be used for either gender; one of the most famous men with the name was Sir Kay, who was written to be one of the Knights of the Round Table in the Arthurian legend. One of the most famous personalities with the name Kay is the footballer Carlos Daniel Silveira de Garcia, who is better known as Kay. He is from Cape Verdean and has thirteen caps for their national team.

Gender

Boy

Origin

Greek

Numerology

K is for kindness, you always show.

A is for absolute, for you know your mind.

Y is for yearn, your innermost desires.

Lucky

Kay lucky number is 1.

1 symbolizes a pioneering spirit, independent nature, and innate leadership capabilities. On a bad day, 1 can be a bit bossy or boastful, hiding any insecurities behind over-developed self-importance. 1 must remember that although it is first, it can very quickly become the loneliest number. Even the most autonomous 1s need the support of their friends, family, and lovers.

Famous People Named Kay

  • Kay E. Kuter American actor
  • Kay Kyser Bandleader, leader of Kay Kyser's Kollege of Musical Knowledge
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Kay in Pop Culture

  • Kay Faraday main character in Ace Attorney spinoff, 'Ace Attorney Investigations'
  • Sir Kay (sometimes Key) King Arthur's foster brother and one of the first Knights of the Round Table
  • Kai (or Kay) character from Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tale "The Snow Queen"
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