Kera Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Kera originates from Greek, meaning 'pure' or 'beloved.' It has evolved through various forms such as Kerae and Keraeia. The name reflects traits of individuality and value, with no direct biblical relevance. Kera gained popularity in the late 20th century as parents sought unique names.
The name Kera is most popular in Pennsylvania, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Kera has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Kera' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 8771st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2493rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1521st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2381st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6409th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kera' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kera"
Pronunciation
/ˈkɛrə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Kera is derived from the Greek word 'kera,' which means 'pure' or 'beloved.' It is often associated with the idea of being cherished and valued.
Meaning
pure, beloved
Language Evolution
Kera, Kerae, Keraeia
Historical Usage
The name Kera gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern name choice reflecting a trend toward unique and meaningful names.
Variants & Derivatives
Kerah, Kerae, Kerry
Modern Popularity & Image
Kera is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with individuality and a strong sense of identity.
Famous People
Kera McKeon, an American singer-songwriter, Kera Wiggins, an Australian artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kera"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Kera"
"Kera" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 8771st of 12526 | 24 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2493rd of 19264 | 500 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1521st of 27321 | 1,519 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2381st of 35406 | 1,180 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 6409th of 30306 | 226 |
Regional Popularity of "Kera" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Kera" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
77.97% 2290th/2937 |
53.32% 1857th/3483 |
70.58% 2483rd/3518 |
74.26% 3003rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
44.91% 1655th/3685 |
35.51% 1589th/4475 |
33.19% 1724th/5194 |
34.19% 2160th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
58.01% 2658th/4582 |
44.62% 2304th/5164 |
34.88% 2551st/7313 |
52.26% 3900th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
100.00% 4487th/4487 |
- | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kera"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kera" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.