Carry

The name Carry peaked for boys at #1107 in 1894. Carry is occasionally used for girls in 2001.

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Carry is a feminine name that originated as a diminutive form of Caroline or Carol, both deriving from the Germanic name Karl, meaning "free man." It can also be seen as a variant spelling of Carrie or Kerry. Carry has a friendly, approachable quality with its simple pronunciation and spelling. While less common than its variants Carrie or Kerry, Carry maintains a classic, vintage charm. The name saw modest popularity in the early 20th century but became less common in recent decades. Carry benefits from its straightforward nature—easy to spell, pronounce, and recognize—while maintaining enough distinctiveness to stand apart from more common variations.

The name Carry is currently ranked #952 in U.S. births. and peaked for girls at #740 in 1884. It is currently rising in popularity. Carry is occasionally used for boys in 1990.

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