Holding steady.
Popularity of Kerryann since 1965
Babies named Kerryann per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 47 |
| 1970s | 119 |
| 1980s | 88 |
| 1990s | 58 |
| 2000s | 21 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Kerryann is a compound name that emerged in the mid-1960s, with its first recorded use in the United States in 1965. It combines the Irish-derived Kerry with the classic Ann, following a naming trend popular in the English-speaking world for double names. The name experienced its peak popularity in 1983, reflecting the broader fashion for hyphenated or combined names during that decade. However, it has never entered the top 1000 names nationally, and its usage has remained stable over time. While no top states are recorded for the name, it likely saw more use in areas with Irish-American communities. Its trajectory is stable, not experiencing a revival, as it remains a less common choice.
Kerryann is a modern compound name, combining Kerry (an Irish place name or surname, derived from Ciarraí) and Ann (from Hebrew Hannah, meaning 'grace'). It emerged in the mid-20th century as part of a trend for double-barreled first names. The name saw its peak popularity in the 1980s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kerry, Ann, Annie, Keri
Sibling names for Kerryann
Names that share Kerryann's style, for a brother or sister.
