Holding steady.
Popularity of Kerith since 1967
Babies named Kerith per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 47 |
| 1970s | 84 |
| 1980s | 38 |
| 1990s | 10 |
| 2000s | 5 |
| 2010s | 5 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Kerith is a rare name that entered U.S. records in 1967, coinciding with a period of creative name coinage. Its peak usage occurred the following year in 1968, but it has never ranked in the top 1000 and has maintained a stable, low level of use since then. The name's origin is uncertain; it may be a modern invention or a variant of names like Karen or Ciara. Kerith has not been recorded in any top states, reflecting its niche appeal.
Kerith first appeared in U.S. records in 1967. It may be a modern coinage derived from the Hebrew name Karen or from the Irish name Ciara, or an invented name combining popular sounds. The name has never ranked in the top 1000 and has remained rare.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kerry, Rith
Variants: Kerith, Kerit
Sibling names for Kerith
Names that share Kerith's style, for a brother or sister.
