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Origin: Gaelic

Meaning: Son of Cárthach; Loving

Carthy is a masculine name of Irish origin. It is ultimately derived from the Gaelic surname Mac Carthaigh, which, over time, turned into McCarthy. Stemming from the word carthach, which means “son of Cárthach” or “loving,” it makes for a beautiful choice that reflects baby’s kind nature and admirable mannerisms. Carthy boasts a strong history in Ireland and can be traced back to County Cork specifically, with over 60% of people with the name McCarthy being from there. With a name like Carthy, baby will always know where they came from.