Keri Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Keri is an Irish name that means 'dark-haired', evolving from the Gaelic name 'Ciara'. It has gained popularity in recent decades as a modern alternative to traditional names. The name is associated with creativity and individuality, with no biblical relevance.

The name Keri is most popular in Rhode Island, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Keri has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Keri' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5506th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3627th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4707th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 18784th out of 24088 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 925th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 271st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 350th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1609th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5254th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Keri' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Keri"

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Pronunciation

/ˈkɛəri/

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Origin

Irish

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Etymology

Keri is derived from the Gaelic name 'Ciara', which means 'dark' or 'black'. It is often associated with the feminine form of 'Ciar', referring to someone with dark hair or a dark complexion.

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Meaning

dark-haired

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Language Evolution

Ciara, Kiera, Keri

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Historical Usage

Keri gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a modern variant of traditional Irish names.

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Variants & Derivatives

Kiera, Ciara, Keriann, Kery

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Modern Popularity & Image

The name Keri is often perceived as modern and trendy, associated with creativity and individuality.

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Famous People

Keri Russell, Keri Hilson, Keri Strug

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Keri"

Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.

Yearly Ranking History of "Keri"

"Keri" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 5506th of 7552 23
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 3627th of 10718 129
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 4707th of 16616 158
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 18784th of 24088 15
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Girl 925th of 12526 2,247
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 271st of 19264 15,761
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 350th of 27321 11,723
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 1609th of 35406 2,017
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 5254th of 30306 299

Regional Popularity of "Keri" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
- - - -
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- - - -
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - - -
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - - 60.78%
2458th/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - - -
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - - -
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- - - -

Regional Popularity of "Keri" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
35.79%
797th/2227
45.31%
1101st/2430
40.55%
1157th/2853
20.14%
559th/2775
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
8.75%
257th/2937
7.29%
254th/3483
9.15%
322nd/3518
5.93%
240th/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
8.74%
322nd/3685
6.50%
291st/4475
6.18%
321st/5194
8.11%
512th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
37.39%
1713th/4582
26.84%
1386th/5164
19.29%
1411th/7313
37.33%
2786th/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- - 67.80%
4625th/6822
74.49%
4675th/6276

State-by-State Popularity of "Keri"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Keri" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.