Carey Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAY-ree / /ˈkɛəri/Irish; English
Meaning
Irish: 'descendant of the warrior'; English: 'from the marshy place'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Carey has roots in both Irish and English cultures. In Irish, it is derived from the surname O'Ceallaigh, meaning 'descendant of Ceallach', a name associated with warriors. In English, it is often linked to geographical locations characterized by marshy terrain. The name has been used as both a first name and a surname throughout history.
Trend Summary
The name Carey has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable decline since the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Cary
- Kerry
International Variants
- César (Spanish)
- Kari (Scandinavian)
Famous people named Carey
Carey Mulligan is an English actress known for her roles in films such as 'An Education' and 'The Great Gatsby'.
Carey Price is a Canadian professional ice hockey goaltender, recognized for his achievements in the NHL.
Carey Hart is an American motocross racer and the husband of singer Pink.
Carey L. B. is an American author known for his contributions to children's literature.
Fictional characters named Carey
Carey is a character in the television series 'The Good Wife', known for his role as a legal consultant.
Carey is a character in the animated series 'The Magic School Bus', serving as a student in Ms. Frizzle's class.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Carey was first seen in the United States in 1880. Carey has ranked as high as #702 nationally, which occurred in 1957, and has been most popular in Georgia, California, Louisiana, Alabama, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Carey has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Carey (2015)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 13 |
| 1881 | 8 |
| 1882 | 18 |
| 1883 | 19 |
| 1884 | 24 |
| 1885 | 13 |
| 1886 | 5 |
| 1887 | 16 |
| 1888 | 13 |
| 1889 | 15 |
| 1890 | 11 |
| 1891 | 11 |
| 1892 | 19 |
| 1893 | 11 |
| 1894 | 12 |
| 1895 | 17 |
| 1896 | 15 |
| 1897 | 20 |
| 1898 | 22 |
| 1899 | 13 |
| 1900 | 26 |
| 1901 | 11 |
| 1902 | 12 |
| 1903 | 16 |
| 1904 | 17 |
| 1905 | 19 |
| 1906 | 15 |
| 1907 | 11 |
| 1908 | 17 |
| 1909 | 13 |
| 1910 | 25 |
| 1911 | 14 |
| 1912 | 36 |
| 1913 | 39 |
| 1914 | 68 |
| 1915 | 59 |
| 1916 | 64 |
| 1917 | 80 |
| 1918 | 58 |
| 1919 | 77 |
| 1920 | 63 |
| 1921 | 68 |
| 1922 | 85 |
| 1923 | 68 |
| 1924 | 66 |
| 1925 | 65 |
| 1926 | 79 |
| 1927 | 70 |
| 1928 | 60 |
| 1929 | 81 |
| 1930 | 65 |
| 1931 | 58 |
| 1932 | 76 |
| 1933 | 61 |
| 1934 | 93 |
| 1935 | 80 |
| 1936 | 81 |
| 1937 | 86 |
| 1938 | 102 |
| 1939 | 85 |
| 1940 | 96 |
| 1941 | 104 |
| 1942 | 132 |
| 1943 | 130 |
| 1944 | 138 |
| 1945 | 132 |
| 1946 | 173 |
| 1947 | 226 |
| 1948 | 232 |
| 1949 | 196 |
| 1950 | 272 |
| 1951 | 290 |
| 1952 | 338 |
| 1953 | 320 |
| 1954 | 403 |
| 1955 | 363 |
| 1956 | 366 |
| 1957 | 461 |
| 1958 | 399 |
| 1959 | 437 |
| 1960 | 370 |
| 1961 | 330 |
| 1962 | 325 |
| 1963 | 336 |
| 1964 | 332 |
| 1965 | 283 |
| 1966 | 308 |
| 1967 | 323 |
| 1968 | 337 |
| 1969 | 344 |
| 1970 | 324 |
| 1971 | 350 |
| 1972 | 282 |
| 1973 | 279 |
| 1974 | 298 |
| 1975 | 302 |
| 1976 | 256 |
| 1977 | 253 |
| 1978 | 224 |
| 1979 | 198 |
| 1980 | 168 |
| 1981 | 165 |
| 1982 | 171 |
| 1983 | 168 |
| 1984 | 156 |
| 1985 | 169 |
| 1986 | 158 |
| 1987 | 140 |
| 1988 | 167 |
| 1989 | 142 |
| 1990 | 141 |
| 1991 | 131 |
| 1992 | 124 |
| 1993 | 102 |
| 1994 | 81 |
| 1995 | 73 |
| 1996 | 73 |
| 1997 | 66 |
| 1998 | 45 |
| 1999 | 51 |
| 2000 | 40 |
| 2001 | 50 |
| 2002 | 49 |
| 2003 | 26 |
| 2004 | 33 |
| 2005 | 27 |
| 2006 | 32 |
| 2007 | 39 |
| 2008 | 27 |
| 2009 | 28 |
| 2010 | 26 |
| 2011 | 29 |
| 2012 | 28 |
| 2013 | 24 |
| 2014 | 21 |
| 2015 | 23 |
| 2016 | 24 |
| 2017 | 21 |
| 2018 | 23 |
| 2019 | 18 |
| 2020 | 12 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2023 | 12 |
| 2024 | 18 |