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Carys Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Carys

"A female given name from Welsh."

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Female 📈 Peak 2006 👥 2,295 in US
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Meaning
A female given name from Welsh.
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
2,295
Life Path
Number 3

📖 What Does Carys Mean?

Carys is a Welsh feminine given name, formed from the stem of the Welsh m word caru, "to love", and the suffix -ys, found in such names as Dilys, Gladys, Glenys and Nerys.

🌐 From Wikipedia Source ↗

Carys is a Welsh feminine given name, formed from the stem of the Welsh m word caru, "to love", and the suffix -ys, found in such names as Dilys, Gladys, Glenys and Nerys.…

Root Element
Carys
Core Meaning
"A female given name from Welsh."
Language

🔢 Numerology of Carys

C 3
A 1
R 9
Y 7
S 1
SUM 3
3
Life Path
Creativity & Expression
1
Soul Urge
Independence & Leadership
2
Personality
Harmony & Diplomacy

Life Path 3 — Creativity & Expression: Charismatic, artistic, and highly communicative.

Gender Distribution

♂ Male0%
♀ Female100%

Based on 2,295 US Social Security records

📈 US Popularity

Total US bearers 2,295
Peak year 2006 (196)
First recorded 1991
Last recorded 2024
Gender Predominantly Female
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Carys" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "A female given name from Welsh.".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form, established across English-speaking and Muslim communities.

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Today (2026)

~2,295 people named Carys in the US. Peaked in 2006 with 196 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Carys?

The Life Path number for Carys is 3, associated with Creativity & Expression. Soul Urge: 1. Personality: 2.

Is Carys a boy or girl name?

Carys is Predominantly Female. Based on US data, 0% male and 100% female.

How many people are named Carys in the US?

Approximately 2,295 people in the United States are named Carys. The name peaked in 2006 with 196 recorded uses.

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