Cary

The meaning, origin, popularity, similar names, and other details about the unisex name Cary

Meanings & Origins of Cary

What does Cary mean? What is the origin?

Origin Celtic
Meaning Honest one; Shy
Origin Irish
Meaning Honest one; Shy
Origin Latin
Meaning Dear; Pleasant stream
Origin Welsh
Meaning Cary \c(a)-ry\ as a boy's name (also used as girl's name Cary), is pronounced KARE-ee. Surname and place name from an old Celtic river name. Also possibly (Gaelic) "love", (Welsh) "hill fort", or (Gaelic) "dark-complected". Also an Irish saint's name (16th century). Actor Cary Grant; Jim Carrey.

Cary has 2 variant forms: Carey and Carrey.

For more information, see also related names Carroll and Charles.

Baby names that sound like Cary are Carr, Cory and Gary.

Origin German
Meaning Strong; Melody; Song; love; free man
Origin Latin
Meaning Run

More Details About Cary

How popular is Cary? Any other details?

Popularity of Cary There were 0 US births last year.
Middle Names For Cary Try our middle name generator to find the perfect middle name.

Names Similar To Cary

Here is are a few lists of name that are similar in many ways to the name Cary

Cary is a unisex name.
Cary starts with C
Cary is 4 letters long


If you can't find the name you are looking for, try our search.


Baby Name Search

Advanced Baby Name Search



Try our baby name generator for baby name ideas & suggestions.

Trending Baby Names

Skyler Cade Cruz April Shelby Alden Ayden Jason Lorenzo Joelle Camille Maximiliano

Baby Name Lists