Kerry: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A dark-haired child of the emerald isle.
- Origin
- Irish
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #3027
- Peak
- #158 in 1960
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Kerry Means
Kerry is a unisex name of Irish origin. A dark-haired child of the emerald isle.
How Popular Kerry Is
Kerry currently ranks #3027 among name for any genders in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #158 in 1960. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Kerry
- Kerry peaked at #158 in the U.S. in 1960.
- Kerry is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
- Kerry is a name with Celtic Irish roots.
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Names Like Kerry
Other Irish names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Kerry
Irish names that pair well as a brother or sister to Kerry.
Questions About Kerry
What does Kerry mean?
Kerry is a unisex name of Irish origin. A dark-haired child of the emerald isle.
How popular is Kerry?
Kerry currently ranks #3027 among name for any genders in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #158 in 1960. It has been easing off its high.
Where does Kerry come from?
Kerry comes from Irish roots. Kerry peaked at #158 in the U.S. in 1960.
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