Kerby is a distinctive choice, ranked #3795 in 1996. Your child is likely to be the only Kerby in their class.
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UK Rank 1996
#3795
About the Name Kerby
Kerby is currently at its most popular point on record, sitting at UK #3795. It has been building momentum steadily rather than spiking suddenly. The name has been relatively new to UK records, first appearing in 1996.
Kerby is distinctive enough that your child will likely be the only one in both their class and their school — standing out on every register.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the name Kerby
Unlikely. With around 3 UK babies named Kerby per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Kerby in her class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.
Kerby has held a stable position around #3795 for several years. It reached its recorded peak of #3795 in 1996 and has maintained consistent levels since — suggesting lasting rather than trend-driven appeal.
Kerby is a distinctive choice sitting outside the mainstream UK top names. Parents choosing less common names often find their children appreciate the individuality as they grow up, rarely needing to add an initial to distinguish themselves.
3
UK babies named Kerby (1996)
< 1
Expected classmates with this name (class of 28)
< 1
In a school of 600
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Rank change (last 5 years)
🏫 Who else is in the room?
In a typical UK class of 28, highlighted children share the name Kerby
Likely around 1 other Kerby in the class
UK Popularity (1996–1996)
Rank and birth count · ONS official data
No US data available for this name
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