UK boy's name
Keron
Anglicized form of the Gaelic name Ciaráin meaning "little dark one".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2009. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Keron is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Keron popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2009 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3744, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2006, with 5 births.
This profile covers 20 England and Wales registrations across 5 recorded years from 1999 to 2009. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 80% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 20 living people in the UK are called Keron. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2010 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Keron ranked #3744 for boys in England and Wales in 2009, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2006, when 5 boys were registered as Keron.
- • About 20 living people in the UK are estimated to have Keron as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3744
2009
Births in 2009
4
Latest year
Peak year
2006
5 births
Estimated living
20
2026
Meaning
What does Keron mean?
The name Keron has its origins in ancient Greek culture, dating back to the 5th century BC. It is believed to be derived from the Greek word "keras," which means "horn" or "antler." This association with horns may have symbolized strength, virility, or a connection to nature.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Keron can be found in the works of the Greek historian Herodotus, who mentioned a Spartan soldier by that name. However, it is unclear whether this was a real person or a fictional character used for literary purposes.
In ancient Greek mythology, there are no major figures explicitly named Keron. However, some scholars have speculated that the name may have been used as an epithet or nickname for the god Hercules, who was often depicted wearing a lion's skin with horns or ears protruding from the head.
During the Byzantine era, which spanned from the 4th to the 15th century AD, the name Keron gained some popularity among Greek-speaking Christians. One notable figure from this period was Keron of Lemnos, a 9th-century monk and author who wrote extensively on the lives of saints.
In more recent history, the name Keron has been relatively uncommon, but a few notable individuals have borne it:
1. Keron Chance (born 1986), an American professional basketball player. 2. Keron Clement (born 1985), a Trinidadian hurdler and Olympic medalist. 3. Keron Crichlow (born 1984), a West Indian cricketer who played for the Windward Islands. 4. Keron Pillans (born 1987), a South African professional rugby player. 5. Keron Trill (born 1991), an American rapper and songwriter.
While the name Keron may have ancient roots and some historical significance, it has remained relatively rare throughout most of recorded history. However, its unique sound and potential connections to strength and nature have likely contributed to its enduring appeal, albeit in a limited capacity.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Keron over time
The chart below shows babies named Keron registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1999 to 2009. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Keron, the clearest high point is 2006. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2009, compared with 5 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Keron by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Keron was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #3027 | 17 | 4 |
| 1990s | #2943 | 3 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Keron
- Kieran 30,429
- Kyle 28,463
- Kai 24,432
- Kian 17,666
- Kayden 8,305
- Kevin 7,927
- Kane 7,149
- Kaiden 5,762
- Kieron 4,547
- Kacper 4,366
- Kye 4,012
- Kit 3,529
FAQ
Keron: questions and answers
How popular is the name Keron in the UK right now?
In 2009, Keron was ranked #3744 for boys in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Keron most popular?
The peak year on record was 2006, with 5 babies registered as Keron in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Keron?
Anglicized form of the Gaelic name Ciaráin meaning "little dark one".
How many people are called Keron in the UK?
A total of 20 babies have been registered as Keron across the 5 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.