Carys Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Carys is a Welsh name that means 'love', evolving from the Old Welsh term 'caru'. It has gained popularity in recent decades, especially in Wales, and is associated with positive traits of warmth and affection. The name does not have biblical relevance.
The name Carys is most popular in Virginia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Carys has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Carys' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 13590th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1983rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2879th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Carys' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Carys"
Pronunciation
/ˈkæris/
Origin
Welsh
Etymology
The name Carys is derived from the Welsh word 'caru', which means 'to love'.
Meaning
love
Language Evolution
Carys (modern Welsh), Caru (Old Welsh)
Historical Usage
Carys gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern name in Wales and has become more recognized in other English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Caris, Carissa, Cary
Modern Popularity & Image
Carys is often perceived as a beautiful and feminine name, associated with warmth and affection.
Famous People
Carys Matthews, a notable Welsh broadcaster and musician., Carys Jones, an actress known for her work in film and television.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Carys"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Carys"
"Carys" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 13590th of 27321 | 51 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1983rd of 35406 | 1,538 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2879th of 30306 | 706 |
Regional Popularity of "Carys" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Carys" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
40.07% 1836th/4582 |
34.06% 1759th/5164 |
25.19% 1842nd/7313 |
30.34% 2264th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
70.93% 2826th/3984 |
53.11% 2383rd/4487 |
44.83% 3058th/6822 |
50.11% 3145th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Carys"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Carys" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.