NAME PROFILE
Cary
Cary is of English and Irish origin, meaning 'fortress' or 'from the marsh.' It conveys a sense of strength and security, suggesting a person who is both grounded and dependable.
Key Stats
| Total births | 29,827 |
| Gender | Male (66% / 34%) |
| Peak year | 1959 |
| Peak generation | Boomer |
| First recorded | 1911 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 24%TX — 22%VA — 20%IL — 17%NY — 17%
Notable People
Cary Grant (Actor, *North by Northwest*) · Cary Elwes (Actor, *The Princess Bride*) · Cary Brothers (Musician, known for his work in indie music) · Cary Joji Fukunaga (Filmmaker, *True Detective*) · Cary Ann Hearst (Musician, known for her work in Americana)
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