Kerin is a unisex given name of Irish origin, derived from the Irish surname "Ó Ciardha," which means "descendant of Ciardha." Ciardha was an old Irish personal name meaning "loving" or "affectionate." The name has been used as both a male and female given name in recent years. It is pronounced /ˈkɛrɪn/ with the emphasis on the first syllable.
"The name Kerin experienced periods of popularity and decline over the years, with a notable spike in births occurring in 1984, 1986, and 2022."