All about the name

Kary

Male

« Kary is of Greek origin, meaning "pure" or "spotless," derived from the Greek word "karios. »

#3986 since 1900

Meaning, origin, history

The name Kary is of Greek origin and its meaning is "pure" or "spotless." It is derived from the Greek word "karios," which means "pure" or "unspoiled." The name has been used in various forms throughout history, such as the Latin form "Carius," but it was not particularly popular until recent times. The name Kary was first used as a given name in the United States during the late 20th century. It gained popularity as a unisex name and is now more commonly found among girls than boys. Despite its Greek origin, Kary has also been used in other cultures, such as Spanish-speaking countries where it may be spelled "Kari" or "Carina." One famous bearer of the name Kary is American actress Karymage Mulvehill, who was born in 1978 and is known for her roles in television shows such as "The Young and the Restless" and "Days of Our Lives." However, there are no notable historical figures with the name Kary. In terms of its popularity, Kary has never been among the most common names in any country. According to data from the Social Security Administration in the United States, it was not even in the top 1000 names for boys or girls between 2000 and 2019. Nevertheless, it remains a unique and distinctive name choice with a meaningful origin and a unisex appeal.

In numbers

Popularity of the name Kary since 1880

Total births
1,416
Total since 1880
Peak year
1958
50 births
in 2005
6
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
0%
vs previous 5 years