Kerry
/kehree/Meaning & Origin
Kerry is a English name meaning "While of debated origin, "Kerry" is often associated with the Irish county of Kerry, known for its beauty and rugged landscapes. It can also be interpreted as a derivative of Irish surnames like "O'Kerry."". It originates from United Arab Emirates, Angola, Austria, BE, Bahrain. Likely of Irish origin, potentially derived from "Ciarraí," the name of the Irish county, which itself may be derived from "Ciar," a possible personal name. Alternatively, it could be an Anglicized form of Gaelic surnames beginning with "O'Ciar."
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Pronunciation Tip
Say it as kehree. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Kerry
- · Kerry Wood - Baseball Player
- · Kerry King - Musician
- · Kerry Washington - Actress
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