Holding steady.
Popularity of Kerina since 1964
Babies named Kerina per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 11 |
| 1970s | 24 |
| 1980s | 42 |
| 1990s | 78 |
| 2000s | 41 |
| 2010s | 23 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Kerina is a rare feminine name of Irish origin, likely a variant of the more common Kiera or a feminine form of Ciarán. First recorded in the United States in 1964, the name reached its highest usage in 1992, though it has never appeared in the top 1,000 names. Its trajectory has been stable, with consistent but low-level use in the decades since the 1990s. While it does not have strong associations with any particular states or famous bearers, Kerina offers a distinctive yet familiar-sounding choice with ties to Irish heritage.
Kerina is widely considered an Anglicized feminine form of Ciarán, derived from the Irish word 'ciar' meaning 'dark' or 'black' with the diminutive suffix '-án'. The name was occasionally used in the 20th century, particularly in the 1990s when it saw a peak in popularity. It may also be a variant of Karen or a modern coinage blending sounds from popular names.
“Kerina” around the world
Where Kerina lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kerri, Keri, Rina
Sibling names for Kerina
Names that share Kerina's style, for a brother or sister.
