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Kerry vs Tim

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kerry

Boy #2,690 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"dark, dark-featured"

Origin: Old Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,690
Total SSA Count
49
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Tim

Boy #2,523 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"honoring God"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,523
Total SSA Count
54
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Kerry Rank #2,690
Tim Rank #2,523

Tim is more popular, ranked #2523 vs #2690 for Kerry.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kerry or Tim more popular?

Tim is more popular, ranked #2523 compared to Kerry at #2690 in the United States.

What do Kerry and Tim mean?

Kerry means "dark, dark-featured" (Old Irish origin). Tim means "honoring God" (Greek origin).

Are Kerry and Tim boy or girl names?

Kerry is primarily a boy name. Tim is primarily a boy name.

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