Kerron is of African origin, specifically from West Africa. It is derived from the Hausa tribe's language and means "leader" or "king". This name gained popularity during the 1970s and 1980s in the United States, particularly among families of Caribbean descent. Despite its popularity in those decades, Kerron remains relatively uncommon today. The spelling is unique, with the double 'r' and single 'n', which sets it apart from other names.
The name Kerron appears to have been quite popular between the years 1985 and 2018, with a total of 230 babies given this name during that time period. The most popular years for the name were 1986, 1989, and 1994-1995, each with 11 births recorded. However, there seems to be a decline in the use of the name Kerron after the year 2000, with fewer than 10 births per year from 2004 onwards.