US Popularity Rank: 10271

Origin: German

Meaning: Free man; Beloved; Friend

With Old German origins, Carry is a name traditionally given to girls and means “beloved,” “friend,” and “free man.” It’s derived from the Irish name Cara and may also be spelled Carrie, with Steven King's iconic horror book and film being one notable bearer of the name. Thankfully, your little one will be quite the opposite—a bundle of joy waiting to greet you with this beautiful name.