Cary
- Pronunciation
- [Ca-ry]
- Gender
- Male
- Meaning
- From The Fortress
- Origin
- Celtic
Cary Popularity Snapshot
Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 24,472 baby boys have been named Cary. The name peaked in 1957 with 788 US births that year (rank #268). In 2024, ranked #3607 nationally — 3,339 places below its 1957 peak.
Top States for Cary
Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Cary births are: California (2,530), Texas (2,066), Illinois (1,423).
Other Celtic-Origin Names Like Cary
If you like Cary's Celtic origin, consider these related names: Adair, Adsaluta, Aengus, Ahearn, Aife. Browse all Celtic names →
4-Letter Names Starting with C
Names with Cary's exact length and starting letter: Cabe, Cace, Cade, Cadi, Cady.
Quick Facts About Cary
Variant Forms
| Name | Meaning | Gender | Origin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carey | The Dark One | Female | Celtic |
Famous People Named Cary
1 notable figure from history and culture who share the name Cary.
- Cary Grant — Movie Actor (1904)
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Compare Cary to Other Popular Names
Side-by-side popularity charts and crossover years for Cary against today's most popular boys-name peers (top 8 by US births in the last 10 years of SSA records).
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