Carys
Carys is a girl's name of Welsh origin.
Meaning
Love, beloved.
Origin and history
Carys is a female given name of Welsh origin derived from the word for love. It gained popularity in Wales during the mid-20th century before spreading to other English-speaking countries. In the United States, it remains a relatively rare and distinct choice.
Popularity in the United States
2,327 babies in the United States have been named Carys since 1880. It ranks #3652 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1912.
States where it is most popular
- CA (17.9 %)
- TX (17.3 %)
- NY (7.8 %)
- OH (7.5 %)
- VA (7.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 82 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,123 |
| 2010-2019 | 933 |
| 2020-2029 | 189 |
Famous people named Carys
- Carys Zeta Douglas: Public Figure
Fun facts
- The name is directly derived from the Welsh word 'caru', which means 'to love'.
- Unlike ancient Welsh names, Carys became popular as a given name relatively recently in the mid-1900s.