How Many People Are Named Caresse?

Complete statistics for the name Caresse: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Caresse
Very Rare
French

Caresse has a very classic yet modern feel. There are 326 people named Caresse in the US today, making it a 1 in 1,011,128 kind of name. It peaked in 1987 with 40 births that year.

~326
Living in US
1 in 1,011,128
Americans
1987
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Endearment or caress, conveying tenderness and affection.
🌐
Origin
French
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 7
Personality Traits
Affectionate Gentle Nurturing Sensitive
7
Life Path Number

The life path number 7 is traditionally associated with introspection, deep thinking, and a quest for inner truth. People connected to this number tend to be analytical and spiritually inclined, often drawn to understanding the deeper mysteries of life.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

828
Worldwide Bearers
#283,824
Global Rank
🇨🇩 DR Congo
390
🇺🇸 United States
319
🇳🇱 Netherlands
47
🇵🇭 Philippines
21
🇨🇲 Cameroon
5
🇨🇦 Canada
5
🇿🇦 South Africa
5
🇻🇪 Venezuela
4
🇬🇦 Gabon
4
🇬🇧 England
3

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
326 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 39
28
Would be under 30 (8%)
298
Would be 30–60 (88%)
12
Would be over 60 (4%)

All 338 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1987

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
75
Classic Feel
31
Modern Appeal
69
International
81

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Caresse Through the Generations

Caresse has a rich history, with its peak in 1987 when 40 babies were named it. Today, only 326 people carry this name in the US, showing a stable trend. The gap between the all-time births (338) and current living bearers (326) is quite small, indicating a relatively steady naming pattern over decades. Interestingly, the age distribution skews heavily towards middle-aged adults, with 88% aged 30-60, suggesting a long-lasting appeal across generations. The name's rarity and its prevalence among adults make it a unique choice with a timeless quality.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

New York 19
California 18

✨ Similar Names to Caresse

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Caresse's French roots

📄 About the Name Caresse

How Many People Have the Name Caresse?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 326 people in the United States currently share the name Caresse. That works out to roughly 1 in every 1,011,128 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Caresse a Common or Rare Name?

Caresse is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Caresse Mean?

Caresse means "Endearment or caress, conveying tenderness and affection." and comes from French origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Caresse in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Caresse Most Popular?

The name Caresse reached peak popularity in 1987, with 40 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Caresse?

Approximately 326 people named Caresse live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 338. That works out to roughly 1 in 1,011,128 Americans.

Is Caresse a rare name?

Caresse is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 1,011,128 Americans has this name.

What does the name Caresse mean?

Caresse means "Endearment or caress, conveying tenderness and affection." and comes from French origins.

Is Caresse more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Caresse are male and 100% are female.

When was Caresse most popular?

Caresse peaked in 1987 with 40 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US326
All-Time Births338
1 in X1 in 1,011,128
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age39
Peak Year1987
World Rank#283,824
Male %0%
Female %100%

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All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.