Carey β Baby Name Meaning and Origin
Carey is a unisex name of Irish origin. It is derived from the Gaelic surname Γ Ciardha, which means 'descendant of Ciardha'. Ciardha is derived from the Irish word 'ciar', meaning 'dark'.
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Meaning of Carey:
Carey is a unisex name of Irish origin. It is derived from the Gaelic surname Γ Ciardha, which means 'descendant of Ciardha'. Ciardha is derived from the Irish word 'ciar', meaning 'dark'. Carey can be used as a given name for both boys and girls, and it represents strength, determination, and resilience.
- Gender: Unisex
- Origin: Gaelic, English, Irish
- US popularity: In 2022, 18 newborns in the United States were named Carey (Social Security Administration data). Recorded peak: 1975 with 1057 babies.
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What does the name Carey mean?
Carey is a unisex name of Irish origin. It is derived from the Gaelic surname Γ Ciardha, which means 'descendant of Ciardha'. Ciardha is derived from the Irish word 'ciar', meaning 'dark'.
What is the origin of the name Carey?
Carey is a unisex name of Gaelic, English, Irish origin.
Is Carey a boy or girl name?
Carey is commonly used as a unisex name.
How popular is the name Carey?
In 2022, 18 newborns in the United States were named Carey, according to Social Security Administration data. Its recorded peak was 1975, with 1,057 babies given the name.
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