Kerry Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Kerry Name at a Glance

Name	Kerry
Meaning	Dark haired.
Origin	Gaelic
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Kerry Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Kerry means “Dark haired”. 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.

Kerry Name Origin

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

Is Kerry a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Kerry

When considering Kerry 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.