Kern
- Pronunciation
- [Kern]
- Gender
- Male
- Meaning
- Little Dark One
- Origin
- Gaelic
Kern Popularity Snapshot
Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 744 baby boys have been named Kern. The name peaked in 1952 with 21 US births that year (rank #1689).
Top States for Kern
Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Kern births are: California (5), New York (5).
Other Gaelic-Origin Names Like Kern
If you like Kern's Gaelic origin, consider these related names: Abboid, Ahern, Aibhlin, Aidan, Ailin. Browse all Gaelic names →
4-Letter Names Starting with K
Names with Kern's exact length and starting letter: K.C., Kaci, Kacy, Kada, Kade.
Quick Facts About Kern
Variant Forms
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Compare Kern to Other Popular Names
Side-by-side popularity charts and crossover years for Kern against today's most popular boys-name peers (top 8 by US births in the last 10 years of SSA records).