Keri is a unique and charming given name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'song' or 'cantic'. It gained popularity during the mid-20th century, likely due to its musical connotation. Often associated with creativity and harmony, Keri's phonetics are pronounced as /KEH-ree/. In some cultures, it is also used as a short form for Kerensa, a Cornish name meaning 'little dark-haired one'.
The name Keri experienced a peak in popularity during the late 1970s to early 1980s, with a particularly high number of births recorded in 1972 (16 births) and 1974 (17 births). However, its usage as a baby name has significantly declined since the mid-1990s, with only occasional births occurring each year since then. Overall, from 1958 to 2005, there were a total of 325 babies named Keri born in the United States.