King
/keeːng/ English Male
Meaning & Origin
King is a English name meaning "King signifies a sovereign ruler or a person holding supreme power and authority. It is also used figuratively to denote someone who excels or is preeminent in a particular field.". It originates from United Arab Emirates, Afghanistan, Albania, Angola, Argentina. The name "King" derives from the Old English word "cyning," meaning tribal leader or ruler. It is related to the Proto-Germanic *kuningaz.
Quick Facts
Language English
Gender Male
Phonetic keeːng
IPA kiːŋ
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as keeːng. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named King
- · Martin Luther King Jr. - Civil Rights Leader
- · Stephen King - Author
- · B.B. King - Blues Musician
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