Kerry

Girl's name

Kerry is an Anglicized form of the Irish name Ciarraí, which means "dark" or "black." It is derived from the Gaelic word "ciar."

Meaning From the Irish County Kerry
Origin Irish
U.S. births in 2023 8 Falling
Peak year 1971

Appears In These Collections

Irish Names Starting With K

Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Kerry Washington - Actress known for "Scandal" and "Django Unchained."
  • Kerry Katona - Singer and member of girl group Atomic Kitten.
  • Kerry Wood - Former MLB pitcher for Chicago Cubs.
  • Kerry Ellis - West End actress and singer.
  • Kerry Condon - Actress in "Better Call Saul" and "Avengers."
  • Kerry Kennedy - Human rights activist and author.
  • Kerry Norton - Actress in "Battlestar Galactica" and "Tooth and Nail."
  • Kerry Cahill - Actress in "The Walking Dead" and "Mudbound."
  • Kerry Godliman - Comedian and actress in "Derek" and "After Life."
  • Kerry Butler - Broadway actress in "Mean Girls" and "Hairspray."

Sisters for Kerry

Girl names closely related to Kerry

Giavanna Deirdre Esther Shaina Francesca Ilana Aviva Serafina

Brothers for Kerry

Boy names closely related to Kerry

Carmine Eamon Giuseppe Vincenzo Francesco Shea Salvatore Gerard

Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to Kerry

Keri Kerri Kerrie

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