girl name · Welsh origin
Carys
/ KAH-ris /
Meaning
Carys means Love (Welsh).
Gender
Girl
Origin
Welsh
Pronunciation
KAH-ris
Popularity
#4375 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Carys in the US, 1880–2025
Carys first appears in US records in 1991. It peaked in 2006, when 196 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 32.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Carys mean?
Carys comes from the Welsh caru, “to love.”
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Carys mean?
Carys means Love. Carys comes from the Welsh caru, “to love.”
What is the origin of the name Carys?
Carys is of Welsh origin.
How do you pronounce Carys?
Carys is pronounced “KAH-ris.”
Is Carys a boy or a girl name?
Carys is most commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Carys?
In 2025, Carys ranked #4375 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Carys most popular?
Carys was most popular in 2006, when about 196 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.