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Carys

“Love”

CA-ris Welsh, Celtic origin 5 letters 2 syllables
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Carys

Love

Welsh, Celtic

Name Details & Attributes

Meanings

Beloved Dear

Origin

Religion

Themes

Personality Traits

Syllables

2

About this name

A relatively modern Welsh name derived from 'caru', meaning to love. It has a sweet, romantic sound while remaining distinctly Celtic.

Carys has a popularity score of 65 out of 100 in the Anbu Baby catalogue. It is most associated with the 2020s. It is pronounced CA-ris. It is traditionally associated with Christianity. It is associated with themes of Love, Romantic and Soft. Its listed personality traits are Loving, Empathetic and Warm. It has 2 syllables and 5 letters. Related names in the catalogue include Cerys and Cara.

Frequently asked questions

What does the name Carys mean?

The name Carys means "Love."

What origin is the name Carys?

Carys has Welsh and Celtic origins.

Is Carys a boy or girl name?

Carys is traditionally a girl's name.

How do you pronounce Carys?

Carys is pronounced CA-ris.

Is Carys popular?

Carys has a popularity score of 65 out of 100 in the Anbu Baby catalogue. It is most associated with the 2020s.

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