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The name Kerry originates from Irish roots, with a meaning related to darkness. It evolved from the Old Irish 'Ciarraí' and has seen various forms over the centuries. While it lacks biblical relevance, it emerged as a popular name in the 20th century, often viewed as friendly and approachable. Notable figures with the name include Kerry Washington and Kerry Katona.

The name Kerry is most popular in Massachusetts, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Kerry has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Kerry' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3876th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 613th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 191st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 263rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 491st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1333rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2543rd out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7086th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1472nd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 340th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 199th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 420th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1852nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5531st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kerry' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.