Kin Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Kin Name at a Glance

Name	Kin
Meaning	From the top of the cliff.
Origin	Scottish
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Kin Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Kin means “From the top of the cliff”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Kin Name Origin

Our database records Kin under Scottish origin. Browse more Scottish baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Kin a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Kin is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Kin

When considering Kin for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.