Holding steady.
Popularity of Kerrion since 1995
Babies named Kerrion per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 12 | 33 |
| 2000s | 6 | 67 |
| 2010s | 0 | 32 |
| 2020s | 0 | 8 |
Meaning & origin
Kerrion is a rare modern coinage that first entered U.S. birth records in 1995. It peaked in use in 1998, reflecting the late 20th-century trend of creating novel names with melodic endings. Though it has never broken into the top 1000, its trajectory has remained stable, with a small but consistent number of boys receiving the name each year. Kerrion is most common among boys, with no significant use for girls. The name's lack of a clear meaning or historical roots aligns with its classification as a modern invented name, appealing to parents seeking a distinctive and contemporary-sounding choice for their sons.
Kerrion appears to be a modern coinage, possibly formed by combining the popular name prefix 'Ker-' (as in Kerry or Kermit) with the fashionable '-ion' suffix seen in names like Dorian or Orion. It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1995, aligning with the late 20th century trend of creating distinctive-sounding names.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kerry, Ron, K
Sibling names for Kerrion
Names that share Kerrion's style, for a brother or sister.
