Carya
Carya is a girl baby name. Ranked #71,641 in the US, popular nicknames include Car, Cay, and Carie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Carya first appeared in US Social Security records in 2009.
Over 5 babies have been named Carya in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Carya is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #71,641 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #71,641
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Carya
Carya is a girl name .
Carya is currently ranked #71,641 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Carya include Car, Cay, and Carie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Carya include Carys . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis