Keri
Keri is a girl's name of Celtic origin.
Meaning
Dark-haired, or descendant of Ciar.
Origin and history
Keri is a feminine given name derived as a modern phonetic spelling of Kerry, which stems from the Irish county Ciarraí meaning 'people of Ciar.' It gained noticeable popularity in the United States during the mid-to-late 20th century before declining in recent years. Today, it remains a familiar traditional choice with a contemporary feel.
Popularity in the United States
32,061 babies in the United States have been named Keri since 1880. It ranks #801 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2020.
States where it is most popular
- CA (10.5 %)
- NY (7.9 %)
- TX (7.2 %)
- PA (4.8 %)
- IL (4.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 41 |
| 1950-1960 | 803 |
| 1960-1970 | 3,870 |
| 1970-1980 | 12,312 |
| 1980-1990 | 9,446 |
| 1990-2000 | 4,017 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,066 |
| 2010-2019 | 425 |
| 2020-2029 | 81 |
Famous people named Keri
- Keri Russell: Actress
- Keri Hilson: Singer, Songwriter
- Keri Hulme: Novelist, Poet
Fun facts
- The name is closely tied to County Kerry in Ireland, derived from the Old Irish tribal name Ciarraí.
- Keri emerged as a popular alternative spelling alongside Kerry and Carrie in the United States during the 1970s.