Kern Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Kern Name at a Glance

Name	Kern
Meaning	Little dark.
Origin	Gaelic
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Kern Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Kern means “Little dark”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Kern Name Origin

Our database records Kern under Gaelic origin. Browse more Gaelic baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Kern a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Kern is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Kern

When considering Kern for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.