Kerry

Meaning of Kerry

From the county of Kerry, Ireland. It can also mean "dark-haired."

Kerry has Irish roots — browse every Irish baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Kerry

After ranking as high as #975 in 2004, Kerry has fallen out of the US top 1,000 as of 2025.

Notable people named Kerry

• John Kerry
  Former U.S. Secretary of State
• Kerry Wood
  Former MLB pitcher
• Kerry King
  Slayer guitarist
• Kerry Collins
  Former NFL quarterback
• Kerry Von Erich
  Professional wrestler

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Questions about the name Kerry

What does the name Kerry mean?

Kerry means from the county of kerry, ireland. it can also mean "dark-haired.", and it comes from Irish origins.

Is Kerry a boy's or a girl's name?

Kerry is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Kerry?

Kerry did not appear in the top 1,000 baby names in 2025, which makes it a genuinely uncommon pick.

When was Kerry most popular?

Kerry peaked at #975 in 2004.