Cary vs Welles

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cary

Boy #3,642 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"pleasant stream"

Origin: Celtic

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Boy #3,522 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"from the spring or well"

Origin: Old English

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Cary Rank #3,642

Welles Rank #3,522

Welles is more popular, ranked #3522 vs #3642 for Cary.

Is Cary or Welles more popular?

Welles is more popular, ranked #3522 compared to Cary at #3642 in the United States.

What do Cary and Welles mean?

Cary means "pleasant stream" (Celtic origin). Welles means "from the spring or well" (Old English origin).

Are Cary and Welles boy or girl names?

Cary is primarily a boy name. Welles is primarily a boy name.