Multiple choice general knowledge What does K in J K Rowling stand for? Kandice Katrina Kathleen Kaitlyn Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself C Correct answer Explanation J.K. Rowling's full name is Joanne Rowling; she added the 'K' in honor of her grandmother, Kathleen, at the suggestion of her publisher. The other names like Kandice or Katrina are incorrect.