Kerry
Meaning of Kerry
Kerry is a unisex name that has been steadily used for both boys and girls. It originated from Ireland and is derived from the Gaelic word "ciar" meaning "dark" or "black". Kerry is pronounced as KEH-ree in both American English (/ˈkɛri/) and British English (/ˈkɛri/). Variations of the name include Kerri. In terms of popularity, Kerry has experienced fluctuations over the years. In recent times, it has ranked between 2479th and 788th among newborns in the United States. While its usage may have decreased compared to previous decades, Kerry remains a timeless choice with a rich history and charming sound.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as KEH-ree (/ˈkɛri/)
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Notable People Named Kerry
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| Kerry Von Erich, also known as the Texas Tornado, was a renowned American professional wrestler from the famous Von Erich family, holding numerous championships throughout his career. |
| Mary Kerry Kennedy is an American lawyer, author, and human rights activist, known for her work as the president of Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights. |
| Kerry Butler is a renowned American actress and singer, famous for originating roles in Beetlejuice, Hairspray, and Xanadu, earning a Tony Award nomination for her performance in the latter. |
| Kerry Allen Livgren is an American musician, known for being a founding member and primary songwriter of the rock band Kansas. |
| Kerry Lee Wood is a former American baseball pitcher known for his remarkable 20-strikeout game as a rookie and his 14-season career in Major League Baseball. |
| Kerry Michael Collins is a former NFL quarterback known for his 17-season career and college football success at Penn State. |
| Kerry Matthew Stokes is an Australian businessman with diverse business interests, best known as the chairman of the Seven Network. |
| Kerry Katona is an English television personality and former singer known for her time in the pop group Atomic Kitten and appearances on reality TV shows. |
| Kerry Dale Earnhardt is a former NASCAR driver and the eldest son of seven-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Dale Earnhardt, known for his physical similarity to his father. |
| Kerry Michael O'Brien is an award-winning Australian journalist known for his work as the former editor and host of The 7.30 Report and Four Corners on the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC). |
| Kerry Isabelle Greenwood is an Australian author and lawyer known for her historical detective novels and the popular television series Miss Fisher's Murder Mysteries. |
| Kerry Rhodes is a former NFL safety and current actor who played for the New York Jets and Arizona Cardinals. |
| Kerry Hyder Jr. is an American football defensive end for the Houston Texans of the National Football League (NFL) and played college football for Texas Tech. |
| Kerry O'Flaherty is an Irish runner known for competing in the 3000 metres steeplechase and participating in major events like the World Championships and the Olympic Games. |
