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Name Origin

Kerri is a diminutive of Kerry, which is an Irish surname derived from the Gaelic Ciarraí, meaning 'people of Ciar'. Ciar was a historical figure associated with a region in southwest Ireland now known as County Kerry.

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Famous People

Kerri Strug (1977-)

Gymnast

  • Olympic gold medalist (team)
  • Known for her vault performance at the 1996 Summer Olympics

Kerri Walsh Jennings (1978-)

Beach volleyball player

  • Three-time Olympic gold medalist (beach volleyball)
  • Dominant force in beach volleyball for over a decade