Keri Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKER-ee / /ˈkɛr.i/Irish; English
Meaning
Irish: dark-haired; English: from the dark
Historical & Cultural Background
Keri is often considered a variant of the Irish name 'Ciar', which means dark. It has also been used as a diminutive form of names like Kieran. The name has gained popularity in English-speaking countries, particularly in the late 20th century. While traditionally more common as a feminine name, it has been adopted for boys as well.
Trend Summary
Keri has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable rise in the 1980s and 1990s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kerry
- Kerrie
International Variants
- Keri (English)
- Kerry (Irish)
Famous people named Keri
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Keri was first seen in the United States in 1958. Keri has ranked as high as #1103 nationally, which occurred in 1984, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Keri has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Keri (1972)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1959 | 7 |
| 1960 | 6 |
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1968 | 7 |
| 1970 | 7 |
| 1971 | 12 |
| 1972 | 16 |
| 1973 | 11 |
| 1974 | 17 |
| 1975 | 15 |
| 1976 | 7 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1978 | 11 |
| 1979 | 15 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1981 | 13 |
| 1982 | 10 |
| 1983 | 10 |
| 1984 | 19 |
| 1985 | 17 |
| 1986 | 12 |
| 1987 | 9 |
| 1988 | 11 |
| 1989 | 11 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1991 | 15 |
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 8 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2005 | 5 |