Karry Unisex
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: KAR-ee //ˈkæri//
Origin: English; diminutive of Katherine
Meaning: Pure; clear (from Katherine)
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Karry is a variant of the name Carrie, which itself is derived from the name Caroline. The etymology of Caroline traces back to the Latin name Carolus, which means 'free man.' This Latin term evolved from the earlier Germanic name Karl, which also carries the same meaning.
The transition into English occurred through the Old French form, Caroline, during the medieval period, particularly gaining traction in the 17th century. The name has been used in various forms across different cultures, adapting to local languages and customs.
Historically, the name Caroline has been borne by several notable figures, including queens and saints. One significant milestone is the use of Caroline in the context of the English monarchy, particularly with Queen Caroline of Ansbach, the wife of King George II of Great Britain, who reigned in the 18th century.
Additionally, the name has appeared in various literary works, contributing to its cultural resonance. The name Caroline is also mentioned in the King James Bible, though in a more indirect manner, as it reflects the broader tradition of names derived from Latin and Germanic roots.
Culturally, the name Karry and its variants have often been associated with notions of strength and independence, stemming from their etymological roots. The diminutive form Carrie has been particularly popular in literature and song, further embedding the name within cultural narratives.
The enduring appeal of names like Karry can be attributed to their historical significance and the positive connotations associated with freedom and strength, making them a lasting choice across generations.
Famous people named Karry
In this section, you will find notable people named Karry. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Karry who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Karry O'Brien is a musician best known for his work with the band The O'Brien Project.
Karry K. is a writer best known for her novels in the fantasy genre.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Karry was first seen in the United States in 1934.
Karry has ranked as high as #2246 nationally, which occurred in 1971, and has been most popular in California, Michigan, Illinois, Georgia, and New York.
In the past 5 years the name Karry has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Karry is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Karry was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Karry.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 2014 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 2011 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 2005 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 2004 | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| 2003 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 2001 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1999 | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| 1997 | 18 | 5 | 13 |
| 1996 | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| 1995 | 20 | 5 | 15 |
| 1994 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 1993 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| 1992 | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| 1991 | 14 | 0 | 14 |
| 1990 | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| 1989 | 25 | 10 | 15 |
| 1988 | 28 | 11 | 17 |
| 1987 | 20 | 7 | 13 |
| 1986 | 22 | 5 | 17 |
| 1985 | 34 | 7 | 27 |
| 1984 | 28 | 8 | 20 |
| 1983 | 21 | 5 | 16 |
| 1982 | 33 | 12 | 21 |
| 1981 | 30 | 0 | 30 |
| 1980 | 34 | 8 | 26 |
| 1979 | 47 | 10 | 37 |
| 1978 | 46 | 6 | 40 |
| 1977 | 42 | 6 | 36 |
| 1976 | 47 | 9 | 38 |
| 1975 | 56 | 12 | 44 |
| 1974 | 50 | 15 | 35 |
| 1973 | 61 | 14 | 47 |
| 1972 | 61 | 16 | 45 |
| 1971 | 76 | 16 | 60 |
| 1970 | 59 | 11 | 48 |
| 1969 | 51 | 13 | 38 |
| 1968 | 72 | 22 | 50 |
| 1967 | 44 | 14 | 30 |
| 1966 | 40 | 12 | 28 |
| 1965 | 41 | 13 | 28 |
| 1964 | 46 | 21 | 25 |
| 1963 | 53 | 29 | 24 |
| 1962 | 58 | 26 | 32 |
| 1961 | 59 | 26 | 33 |
| 1960 | 58 | 35 | 23 |
| 1959 | 40 | 19 | 21 |
| 1958 | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| 1957 | 35 | 20 | 15 |
| 1956 | 29 | 17 | 12 |
| 1955 | 29 | 16 | 13 |
| 1954 | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| 1953 | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| 1952 | 24 | 15 | 9 |
| 1951 | 20 | 13 | 7 |
| 1950 | 17 | 12 | 5 |
| 1949 | 17 | 17 | 0 |
| 1948 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1947 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1946 | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| 1945 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1944 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1934 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
Top States for Karry (1995)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |