MallowbyNames

Kearie

KEER-ee · Of uncertain origin; possibly a modern phonetic variant of Kerry or a creative respelling of Carrie.

2025 rank (girls)
#10,917
Babies named in 2025
8
Peak popularity
2023
2025 frequency
1 in 200,908 girls
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Rising since 2015

Rising since 2015, #10,917 for girls today.

Popularity of Kearie since 2001

Babies named Kearie per year in U.S. Social Security records.

491320102020Most births 2020Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
2000s51
2010s37
2020s59

Meaning & origin

Kearie is a modern and rare feminine name that first appeared in U.S. records in 2001. As of 2025, it ranks 10,917th in popularity, with only about 1 in 200,908 newborns receiving it. Its usage has been rising since at least 2015, reflecting a broader trend for unique, creatively spelled names. The name peaked in 2023, suggesting a small but growing appeal. Kearie's sound aligns with popular names like Keira and Carrie, offering a distinctive alternative. While no top states are recorded for Kearie, its modern origin and gentle rhythm make it a fresh choice for parents seeking something uncommon.

The name Kearie first appeared in U.S. records in 2001, suggesting a modern coinage. It likely derives from the Irish name Kerry (meaning 'descendant of Ciar') or the English name Carrie (a diminutive of Caroline). The respelling with 'ea' follows a fashionable pattern seen in other modern names like Keara and Keely.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Kae, Kiki

Variants: Kerry, Carrie, Keara

Sibling names for Kearie

Names that share Kearie's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Keira, Maeve, Brynn, Teagan, Sloane

Brothers: Kaden, Declan, Brady, Finn, Rylan

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Kearie mean?
The meaning of Kearie is uncertain. It is likely a modern respelling of Kerry (Irish, meaning 'descendant of Ciar') or Carrie (English, meaning 'free man').
How popular is the name Kearie?
Kearie is a rare name. In 2025, it ranked 10,917th in the United States, with about 1 in every 200,908 newborns given the name.
Is Kearie a boy's or girl's name?
Kearie is almost exclusively used for girls, based on U.S. Social Security data.