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

Girl

Origin

English, diminutive of Katherine

Numerology

K is for kindle, the warmth in others.

A is for admirable, you certainly are!

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

• Kathryn Ann "Kay" Bailey Hutchison U.S. Senator from Texas
• Katherine Linn "Kay" Sage American surrealist artist
• Kay Starr (born Katherine Laverne Starks) American singer
• (Stephanie) Kay Panabaker American actress
• Marsha "Miss Kay" Robertson matriarch on TV's "Duck Dynasty"

Kay in Pop Culture

• Mary Kay American cosmetics company
• Kay Jewelers chain with motto "Every kiss begins with Kay"
• Katherine "Kay" Corleone character from "The Godfather"
• Kay Bennett character on soap "Passions"
• "If You See Kay " a song by alternative rock band The Script