Kerrin
Below 5 births
Below 5 births
About Kerrin
Kerrin is a feminine name with Irish and Gaelic origins. It's derived from the Gaelic name Ciaran, meaning "little dark one" or "dark-haired," with the diminutive ending changing the name to a feminine form. Kerrin can also be considered a variant of Karen or Katherine in some contexts. The name has a simple, clean sound while maintaining a distinctive quality. Though never reaching mainstream popularity, Kerrin enjoyed modest usage in the United States during the 1960s and 1970s. It remains a relatively uncommon choice that offers Irish heritage without being overly difficult to spell or pronounce. The name carries a subtle strength and classic feel without being overly common.
Kerrin is also given to boys.
Pronounced KER-in.
As of October 2026, Kerrin ranked #7096 for boys in US births in 1985 and #16251 for girls in US births in 2009 SSA, peaked at #4273 for boys in 1967 and #2249 for girls in 1972.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank · boys | Births · boys | US rank · girls | Births · girls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | — | 0 |