Dark-haired or dusky
Kerra is a modern variant of the Irish name Ciara or the Cornish name Kerensa. In its Irish roots, it is derived from 'ciar', meaning dark or black, often referring to hair or complexion. In a Cornish context, it is associated with the word for 'dear' or 'beloved'.
Less common today
Kerra isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,798 in 1997.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
British journalist and educational writer
