Kerri-Ann
Girl name · 4 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Kerri-Ann: 4 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 4 births in 1991.
Kerri-Ann is a modern paired name combining Kerri and Ann. Kerri derives from the Irish surname Ó Ceirín, meaning "descendant of Ciar," where Ciar itself means "dark" or "black," often referring to dark-haired individuals. Ann is the English form of Hannah, a Hebrew name meaning "grace" or "favour." As a double-barrelled name, Kerri-Ann gained popularity in Scotland from the 1970s onwards, reflecting a broader trend for hyphenated feminine names. While no famous bearers stand out prominently, Kerri-Ann shares roots with County Kerry in Ireland, which likely takes its name from the same Ciar tribe. A notable variant is Kerrie-Ann, with altered spelling. The name exudes a friendly, approachable feel, and its rhythmic pairing of syllables makes it especially popular in Scottish and Irish naming traditions.
Girl 1 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 19914 babies
- Latest (1991)
- #5424 babies
- Total births
- 4since 1991
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y