Keris
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Keris first appeared in US Social Security records in 1989.
Over 51 babies have been named Keris in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Keris is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #15,817 for girl names in the US .
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #15,817
- Total SSA Count
- 8
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About the Name Keris
Keris is a girl name .
Keris is currently ranked #15,817 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Keris include Ker, Key, Keie, and Kerkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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