NAME PROFILE
Carry
Derived from the Germanic name Karl meaning 'free man', it represents a person who is independent, resilient, and possesses a spirited soul.
Key Stats
| Total births | 1,659 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1919 |
| Peak generation | G.I. Gen |
| First recorded | 1911 |
| Most recent | 1976 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
MS — 43%GA — 14%LA — 14%IL — 14%SC — 14%
Notable People
Carry Nation (Temperance movement leader) · Carry van Bruggen (Renowned Dutch author) · Carry Geijssen (Olympic gold medalist speed skater) · Carry Goossens (Prominent Belgian actor) · Carry Tefsen (Famous Dutch actress and singer)
Nicknames & Diminutives
CareReeCaz
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