Kerrie
Kerrie is a girl's name of Irish origin.
Meaning
Dark-haired or descendant of Ciar.
Origin and history
Kerrie is a feminine variant of Kerry, derived from the Irish county name Ciarraí, meaning 'people of Ciar'. It gained popularity in the United States during the mid-to-late 20th century alongside similar spelling variations. Today, it is a rare choice for newborns in the U.S.
Popularity in the United States
8,589 babies in the United States have been named Kerrie since 1880. It ranks #1808 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2096.
States where it is most popular
- CA (13.5 %)
- NY (10.4 %)
- MA (9.4 %)
- TX (7.5 %)
- MI (6.3 %)
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 | 58 |
| 1950-1960 | 619 |
| 1960-1970 | 2,073 |
| 1970-1980 | 3,384 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,595 |
| 1990-2000 | 644 |
| 2000-2010 | 167 |
| 2010-2019 | 44 |
| 2020-2029 | 5 |
Famous people named Kerrie
- Kerrie Keane: Actress
Nicknames
Ker
Fun facts
- The name is directly related to County Kerry in Ireland, which stems from the ancient Gaelic tribe named after Ciar.
- The spelling 'Kerrie' developed as a feminine alternative to the traditional 'Kerry'.