Kerrie Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: KER-ee //ˈkɛri//
Origin: Irish; English
Meaning: Irish: dark; English: from the marsh
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Kerrie is believed to have originated as a diminutive form of the name Kerry, which itself has roots in the Irish place name Ceathrú, meaning 'the fourth' or 'the fourth part'. The name Kerry is associated with County Kerry in Ireland, a region known for its scenic landscapes and rich cultural heritage.
The transition of the name into English can be traced through the Anglicization of Irish names during the 19th and 20th centuries, when many Irish immigrants brought their names to English-speaking countries, adapting them to fit the phonetic and orthographic norms of English. Historically, the name Kerry has been used in various contexts, including as a surname and a given name.
It gained prominence in the 20th century as a first name for girls, particularly in English-speaking countries. The use of Kerrie as a feminine form likely emerged in the mid-20th century, reflecting a broader trend of creating feminine variants of traditionally masculine names.
While specific historical milestones for the name Kerrie are less documented, the cultural significance of the name Kerry in Irish history, particularly its association with the landscape and identity of Ireland, has contributed to the name's resonance. Culturally, the name Kerrie evokes a sense of connection to Irish heritage and the natural beauty of the Irish countryside.
Names derived from geographical locations often carry connotations of strength and rootedness, which may explain the enduring appeal of Kerrie. The name has also been associated with various cultural figures and characters in literature and media, further embedding it within the cultural consciousness.
The diminutive form Kerrie offers a softer, more affectionate variant, which aligns with the broader trend of using diminutives in naming practices to convey warmth and familiarity.
Famous people named Kerrie
In this section, you will find notable people named Kerrie. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Kerrie who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Kerrie Anne Kennerley is a television presenter best known for Good Morning Australia, The Sunday Project, and Dancing with the Stars.
Kerrie Roberts is a singer-songwriter best known for her self-titled album, and the singles 'No Matter What' and 'Something Beautiful'.
Kerrie McGinnis is a former Australian rules footballer best known for playing with the North Melbourne Football Club.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kerrie was first seen in the United States in 1944.
Kerrie has ranked as high as #855 nationally, which occurred in 1971, and has been most popular in California, New York, Massachusetts, Texas, and Michigan.
In the past 5 years the name Kerrie has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Kerrie is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Kerrie was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Kerrie.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 2018 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 2017 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 2015 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 2014 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 2013 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 2011 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 2010 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 2009 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 2008 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| 2007 | 15 | 0 | 15 |
| 2006 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| 2005 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| 2004 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| 2003 | 19 | 0 | 19 |
| 2002 | 24 | 0 | 24 |
| 2001 | 21 | 0 | 21 |
| 2000 | 37 | 0 | 37 |
| 1999 | 45 | 0 | 45 |
| 1998 | 36 | 0 | 36 |
| 1997 | 44 | 0 | 44 |
| 1996 | 46 | 0 | 46 |
| 1995 | 49 | 0 | 49 |
| 1994 | 68 | 0 | 68 |
| 1993 | 70 | 5 | 65 |
| 1992 | 79 | 0 | 79 |
| 1991 | 108 | 0 | 108 |
| 1990 | 104 | 0 | 104 |
| 1989 | 128 | 0 | 128 |
| 1988 | 121 | 0 | 121 |
| 1987 | 131 | 5 | 126 |
| 1986 | 174 | 10 | 164 |
| 1985 | 169 | 0 | 169 |
| 1984 | 186 | 7 | 179 |
| 1983 | 152 | 0 | 152 |
| 1982 | 167 | 5 | 162 |
| 1981 | 192 | 0 | 192 |
| 1980 | 202 | 0 | 202 |
| 1979 | 259 | 5 | 254 |
| 1978 | 224 | 0 | 224 |
| 1977 | 291 | 0 | 291 |
| 1976 | 357 | 10 | 347 |
| 1975 | 409 | 12 | 397 |
| 1974 | 364 | 5 | 359 |
| 1973 | 340 | 5 | 335 |
| 1972 | 387 | 5 | 382 |
| 1971 | 425 | 6 | 419 |
| 1970 | 376 | 0 | 376 |
| 1969 | 347 | 5 | 342 |
| 1968 | 306 | 0 | 306 |
| 1967 | 247 | 9 | 238 |
| 1966 | 165 | 5 | 160 |
| 1965 | 184 | 0 | 184 |
| 1964 | 252 | 0 | 252 |
| 1963 | 167 | 0 | 167 |
| 1962 | 156 | 5 | 151 |
| 1961 | 147 | 0 | 147 |
| 1960 | 126 | 0 | 126 |
| 1959 | 128 | 0 | 128 |
| 1958 | 93 | 0 | 93 |
| 1957 | 94 | 0 | 94 |
| 1956 | 77 | 0 | 77 |
| 1955 | 56 | 0 | 56 |
| 1954 | 59 | 0 | 59 |
| 1953 | 37 | 0 | 37 |
| 1952 | 31 | 0 | 31 |
| 1951 | 25 | 0 | 25 |
| 1950 | 19 | 0 | 19 |
| 1949 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| 1948 | 14 | 0 | 14 |
| 1947 | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| 1946 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1945 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1944 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
Top States for Kerrie (1997)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MA | 6 |