Holstein Kiel was founded in 2004 after the dissolution of the Regionalliga club SV-TUS Felde, in addition to a collaboration with TSV Schilksee.

In the meantime, their player Nina Jokuschies became a World Cup champion with the Germany U19 team in the 2004 tournament.

[3][4] In 2018, there were plans to incorporate the women's football department into VfB Kiel for the 2018–19 season for financial reasons.

[5] However, these plans were withdrawn and an agreement was reached to continue working with KSV Holstein.

[6] Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply.