Yarmulke & Kippah Sizing Guide
Just like buying a hat, a kippah (yarmulke) can have different widths and shapes: flat, dome, head-hugging, etc. All of our yarmulkes are hand crocheted and can be made to fit your head shape and size preferences.
- 4" – Bris/Brit (baby)
- 5"–5½" – Petite ladies or small men's
- 6"–6½" – Average women's or average crocheted men's
- 7"–7½" – Large women's or slightly above average men's (may need clips)
- 8"–8½" – Large (usually needs clips or combs)
- 9"–10" – Extra Large
- 11"–12" – Extra Large Full Head covering
- 13"–14" – Extra Extra Large FULL HEAD cover
Sizing is a personal preference. Some children wear extra large kippot, and some adults prefer extra small. Most round, flat kippot are measured by diameter. For longer kippot (8" or larger), fold in half and measure the curved length (dashed line) across.
Diagram by our customer George, who wanted a full head cover (14" diameter).
How to Measure
- Decide where you want the top of your kippah to sit.
- Use a tape measure (or string/yarn) from the back to the front of your head at the point you want the kippah to stop.
- This measurement is the diameter you want.
- For a full head cover, also measure the circumference of your head at that point.
Standard Sizes for Comparison:
Satin (domed) kippot:
8"
diameter
Leather/suede kippot:
6" or 7"
diameter
Custom Orders & Questions
We can make most styles in different sizes and colors. If you have questions or need a custom size, please email us!