Kerah is of Hebrew origin and means "crown" or "ray of light". It's a unisex name, often used more for females, but can also be given to males. The name has gained popularity in recent years, perhaps due to its unique sound and meaning. In the Bible, Kerah is mentioned as one of the sons of Eliphaz, a son of Esau. However, the name's use today is likely not influenced by this biblical reference. Instead, it may be chosen for its modern, stylish feel while still having a strong, meaningful etymology.
The name Kerah experienced a surge in popularity from 2004 onwards, with the highest number of births recorded in 2006 and 2007 at 12 each. Before this peak, the name had an average of around 8 births per year between 1987 and 2003. After the peak, it fluctuated between 5 to 11 births annually until 2014, with a slight dip in recent years (5 births in both 2017 and 2018). Overall, Kerah has been given to a total of 197 babies from 1987 to 2018.