Summary

The surname Cary originated from the Celtic name Caradog, meaning 'beloved one' or 'amiable'. It has a rich history dating back to ancient times.
There are
11506
Carys in the USA
Cary is the
3138th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Cary

ArthurCary

Arthur Cary was an English poet and playwright, known for his works 'The Tragedie of Mariam' and 'The History of Edward II.'

AliceCary

Alice Cary was an American poet and author, who along with her sister Phoebe, published several poetry collections and novels in the 19th century.

FrancisCary

Francis Cary was an English clergyman and scholar, known for his translation of Dante's 'Divine Comedy' and his theological works.

HenryCary

Henry Cary was an English author and translator, best known for his translation of 'The Odyssey' and 'The Iliad' by Homer.

LucyCary

Lucy Cary was an English noblewoman and writer, who translated works from French and Italian into English during the 16th and 17th centuries.

MaryCary

Mary Cary was an American author and historian, known for her book 'A Colony of Girls: The History of the Industrial Home School for Girls' published in 1905.

RobertCary

Robert Cary was an English courtier and naval commander, who served in the Royal Navy and was involved in various military and political activities during the 16th century.

SethCary

Seth Cary was an American abolitionist and politician, who was a member of the United States House of Representatives representing Ohio in the early 19th century.

SherwoodCary

Sherwood Cary was an American politician, who served as a member of the Wisconsin State Assembly in the late 19th century.

ThomasCary

Thomas Cary was an English colonial administrator, who served as the Deputy Governor of the Province of Virginia in the early 18th century.

Cary Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Cary' is derived from the Old English personal name 'Cara,' meaning 'beloved' or 'friend.' It was later anglicized to 'Cary' and became a surname. The name may also have originated from various place names, such as 'Carey' in Devon, England, or 'Carrie' in France.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Cary' is most commonly found in the United States, particularly in states like California, Texas, and North Carolina, where there are larger populations with this surname. It is also found in the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Cary' include 'Carey' and 'Carrie.'
Migration and ImmigrationPeople with the surname 'Cary' have migrated and immigrated to various countries, especially during periods of European exploration, colonization, and settlement. They may have settled in North America, Australia, and other English-speaking regions.