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Meanings

Celtic Baby Names Meaning:

In Celtic Baby Names the meaning of the name Kerry is: Dark.

Gaelic Baby Names Meaning:

In Gaelic Baby Names the meaning of the name Kerry is: Dusky; dark. Kerry county in Ireland. Surname.

Irish Baby Names Meaning:

In Irish Baby Names the meaning of the name Kerry is: Descendents of Ciar. The name of a county of Ireland. Used for both genders.

American Baby Names Meaning:

In American Baby Names the meaning of the name Kerry is: Dark.

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