US Popularity:16626
Origin:Irish
Meaning:Little dark one
Kerri is a gender-neutral of Irish origin. Stemming from Munster in Ireland, it means "little dark one.” In ancient Irish history, Ciar was the son of Fergus, the King of Ulster. After a difficult period, he fled to the southwest region of Ireland known today as County Kerry. Kerry is known as "The Kingdom" in Ireland and is home to spectacular mountains, lakes, and green fields. If you have Irish ancestry or want to honor baby's enigmatic presence, Kerri is a versatile choice for your little one.
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How Popular Is The Name Kerri?

U.S. Births

Overall:Kerri is currently #16626 in U.S. births
Girl:Kerri is currently #9787 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2025
Gender:
Girl
#9787
in 2025
- 3288
from 2024
In comparison to the previous year's data

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