Ava Kowalski

By Ava Kowalski
Global Naming Traditions Specialist

Updated on September 07, 2024

Kerrie

US Popularity Rank: 24631

Origin: Irish

Meaning: Dark-haired; descendent of Ciar

Kerrie is a respelling of Kerry and is an enduringly popular gender-neutral name. It stems from Irish roots, meaning "dark-haired" or "descendant of Ciar." Geography enthusiasts will also recognize Kerry as a county in the south of Ireland that's eternally popular with tourists due to its stunning countryside. Kerrie harkens back to CiarraĆ­, the Gaelic for Kerrie, which was once the Kingdom of Ciar. To this day, County Kerry is referred to as The Kingdom. No doubt your baby Kerrie will be the king or queen of your heart!

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