Caress
Pronunciation: [ k-er-EHS ]
Caress is a girl baby name. Ranked #59,750 in the US, popular nicknames include Car, Cay, and Carie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Caress first appeared in US Social Security records in 1978.
Over 209 babies have been named Caress in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Caress is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #59,750 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #59,750
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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About the Name Caress
Caress is a girl name .
Caress is currently ranked #59,750 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Caress include Car, Cay, Carie, and Careie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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