The name Kerrigan, of Irish origin, is derived from the word 'Ciarógain,' which means 'descendant of Ciarán.' This name gained popularity through the Irish film industry as it was the birth surname of renowned actress Sandra Bullock. It has since been adopted by many families worldwide, adding a touch of Hollywood glamour to their lineage.
It appears the name Kerrigan experienced fluctuations in popularity over time, with no clear upward or downward trend. The years 1996 and 2014 saw the highest numbers of births with nine each, while other years ranged from five to seven births. The most recent data shows a slight increase since 2017, with eight births in 2019 and five in 2020. Overall, there have been 105 babies named Kerrigan born between 1993 and 2020.