Keriann
Meaning of Keriann
Originating as a modern English composite name, the feminine appellation Keriann, pronounced KEHR-ee-an (/ˈkɛriˌæn/), fuses the Celtic-derived element Keri—variant of the Irish Kerry, ultimately sourced from the Old Irish ciar, meaning “dark”—with Ann, the English form of the Hebrew Hannah, signifying “grace.” This dual heritage positions Keriann at the intersection of Gaelic and biblical onomastic traditions, yielding a combined designation that conveys both historical significance and contemporary distinctiveness. Empirical records from New York State spanning 1971 to 1995 reveal that Keriann maintained a consistently modest frequency: annual occurrences rarely exceeded twenty births, and its rank remained within the 200–300 interval, with minor peaks in 1987 (fifteen instances, rank 229) and 1984 (fourteen instances, rank 232). Within the broader framework of late twentieth-century Anglo-American naming conventions, Keriann exemplifies the trend toward integrated names that balance etymological depth with modern sensibility.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as KEHR-ee-an (/ˈkɛriˌæn/)
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