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Kerrianne

Girl name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Kerrianne: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 3 births in 1988.

Kerrianne is a modern compound name, blending Kerry (derived from the Irish county name Ciarraí, meaning "Ciar's people") with Anne (from the Hebrew Hannah, meaning "grace" or "favour"). This cheerful invention emerged in the mid-20th century, particularly popular in English-speaking countries. While no famous historical bearers stand out, the name shares roots with Saint Anne, the traditional mother of the Virgin Mary, and the scenic County Kerry in Ireland. The Scottish connection is strong given Kerrianne's popularity here in the 1970s and 1980s, often considered a more elaborate version of the simpler Kerri or Kerry. Variants include Kerri-Ann, and the name carries a cheerful, approachable energy that feels both feminine and softly vintage.

Girl 1 of 52 years

Peak year
19883 babies
Latest (1988)
#5773 babies
Total births
3since 1988
5-year trend
≈ stablevs prior 5y
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 1988 · 3
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).