Carrey
Pronunciation: [ k-EHR-ee ]
Carrey is a girl baby name. Ranked #62,840 in the US, popular nicknames include Car, Cay, and Carie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
Reviewed by the NamingEverything Editorial Team · Updated
Meaning & Origin
Playground Safety
How Does It Sound with Your Surname?
Similar to Carrey
See all →What the Carrey report tells you
$9Personalized to your state, siblings, and priorities. Free playground safety preview included.
Is Carrey the #1 name in your state, or barely on the radar?
Enter your other kids' names. We score how well they sound together.
Playground safety check is free. Full report is $9.
What do you want to do with this name?
Historical Record
Carrey first appeared in US Social Security records in 1968.
Over 47 babies have been named Carrey in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Carrey is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #62,840 for girl names in the US .
Popularity Over Time
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #62,840
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
Suggested pairings based on syllable flow and style
-
Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
-
Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
-
Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
-
Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 2-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 2-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
-
Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
Sibling Match
Premium
Check how Carrey fits with existing sibling names — style, sound, and origin.
Enter sibling names above to see compatibility.
Also a Boy Name
Carrey is also used as a boy name, ranked #20828.
View Carrey as a boy name →Similar Names
See all names like Carrey →Compare Carrey with...
Can't decide?
Start a tournament bracket with Carrey and other names you're considering.
Start a TournamentLike this name?
Check how Carrey sounds with your surname and test for potential nicknames.
Analyze This NameExplore More Generators
-
🧝
Fantasy Name Generator
Create names for D&D and RPG characters
-
🐾
Pet Name Generator
Find the perfect name for your furry friend
-
🎭
Character Name Generator
Names for fictional characters across genres
Names You Might Also Like
View all →Medieval French origin
"one who sings in church"
#62,693 in US
Latin/Italian origin
"from Venice, the beautiful city on water"
#62,734 in US
French origin
"little charm, enchanting song"
#62,660 in US
Modern English invention from Latin angularis origin
"having angles, geometric strength"
#63,036 in US
American English origin
"creative variant of Vanessa"
#62,648 in US
French origin
"little precious one (diminutive form)"
#62,987 in US
Save Your Name Card
Download a shareable image with Carrey's meaning, origin, and popularity. Ready for Instagram, Pinterest, or texting to your partner.
Frequently Asked Questions About Carrey
Is Carrey a boy or girl name?
How do you pronounce Carrey?
How popular is the name Carrey?
What are common nicknames for Carrey?
Is Carrey a common or rare name?
What girl names are similar to Carrey?
Are there other spellings for Carrey?
About the Name Carrey
Carrey is a girl name .
Is Carrey a boy or girl name? Carrey is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #62,840 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #20,828. Carrey is more commonly used as a boy name.
Carrey is currently ranked #62,840 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Carrey include Car, Cay, Carie, and Carrie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Carrey include Carrie . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
Keep Exploring
Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis