Keris as a Baby Name. Meaning and Origin of Keris

What is the meaning of the name Keris ?

The baby name Keris is a Unisex name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced /ˈkɛrɪs/ (KEH-riss),/ˈkeɪrɪs/ (KAY-riss),/kəˈris/ (kuh-REES) — Malay/Indonesian.

Keris is Cornish, English, Indonesian, Malay in Origin.

Keris is a modern given name with dual roots. In the Celtic sphere, it is a creative spelling of Welsh Cerys/Carys, from caru “to love,” hence the meaning “love” or “beloved.” This spelling surfaced in the UK during the late 20th century, riding the wider revival of Welsh names and media exposure of Cerys Matthews in the 1990s. Usage skews feminine, though the form remains rare compared with Carys and Cerys.

In Southeast Asia, Keris corresponds to the Malay/Indonesian keris, the iconic wavy-bladed dagger, a symbol of courage, authority, and spiritual protection; as a given name it is uncommon and usually unisex, sometimes chosen for cultural pride. Variants and relatives include Cerys, Carys, Kerys, Ceris, Kerris; diminutives such as Keri or Kes also occur. The name’s imagery ranges from tender affection to valor and heritage.