Kerra Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationKER-uh / /ˈkɛrə/Irish; Gaelic
Meaning
Irish: dark; Gaelic: strong
Historical & Cultural Background
Kerra is a name with roots in Irish and Gaelic cultures. It is often associated with strength and resilience. The name has gained some popularity in modern times, particularly in English-speaking countries. Its unique sound and spelling make it appealing to parents looking for distinctive names.
Trend Summary
Kerra has seen limited but steady usage in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kera
- Kerry
International Variants
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kerra was first seen in the United States in 1956. Kerra has ranked as high as #1215 nationally, which occurred in 1997, and has been most popular in California, and Alabama. In the past 5 years the name Kerra has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kerra (1997)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1956 | 6 |
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1963 | 5 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1969 | 6 |
| 1970 | 6 |
| 1971 | 7 |
| 1972 | 8 |
| 1973 | 10 |
| 1974 | 26 |
| 1975 | 34 |
| 1976 | 14 |
| 1977 | 11 |
| 1978 | 12 |
| 1979 | 9 |
| 1980 | 17 |
| 1981 | 13 |
| 1982 | 18 |
| 1983 | 20 |
| 1984 | 30 |
| 1985 | 35 |
| 1986 | 32 |
| 1987 | 21 |
| 1988 | 28 |
| 1989 | 24 |
| 1990 | 28 |
| 1991 | 33 |
| 1992 | 40 |
| 1993 | 36 |
| 1994 | 38 |
| 1995 | 26 |
| 1996 | 29 |
| 1997 | 44 |
| 1998 | 26 |
| 1999 | 37 |
| 2000 | 23 |
| 2001 | 40 |
| 2002 | 28 |
| 2003 | 25 |
| 2004 | 32 |
| 2005 | 33 |
| 2006 | 37 |
| 2007 | 30 |
| 2008 | 31 |
| 2009 | 22 |
| 2010 | 20 |
| 2011 | 17 |
| 2012 | 23 |
| 2013 | 10 |
| 2014 | 14 |
| 2015 | 13 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 6 |