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Keri

KER-ee

Popularity

#12760

falling

Letters

4

Syllables

2

Origin

Irish

Total Births

32,372

Peak Year

#1,517 in 1975

First Recorded

1946

Style

Vintage

Spelling

Easy to spell

What It Means

Possibly from Irish, meaning 'dark-haired', or a diminutive of Katherine, meaning 'pure'.

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KerKez

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Numerology

7

The Seeker

Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.

Famous Namesakes

  • Keri Russell

    American actress known for 'Felicity'

Nicknames

KerKez

Spelling Variations

KerriKerryKeri-Ann

Similar Names

KiraKaraKatieKelly

Personality Traits

IndependentCreativeIntelligentCharming

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