Carra Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Carra is an Irish name meaning 'rock' or 'stone,' derived from the Irish word 'carra.' It has evolved from Old Irish forms and has been in use for centuries, particularly gaining popularity in the 20th century. The name conveys traits of strength and resilience, with no biblical relevance.
The name Carra is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Carra has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Carra' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2595th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4170th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5146th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4605th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4373rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7661st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 12407th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Carra' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Carra"
Pronunciation
/ˈkærə/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
The name Carra is derived from the Irish word 'carra,' which means 'rock' or 'stone.' It is often associated with geographical features in Ireland.
Meaning
rock, stone
Language Evolution
Carra (modern Irish), Cairre (Old Irish)
Historical Usage
The name Carra has been used in Ireland for centuries, gaining popularity particularly in the 20th century as a given name and a surname.
Variants & Derivatives
Cara, Carrie, Kara
Modern Popularity & Image
Carra is viewed as a unique and strong name, often associated with resilience and natural beauty, reflecting its meaning related to rock and stone.
Famous People
Carra M. McCaffrey, a notable Irish author., Carra McFadden, a recognized figure in contemporary Irish art.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Carra"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Carra"
"Carra" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2595th of 9107 | 211 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 4170th of 9204 | 85 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 5146th of 12526 | 109 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4605th of 19264 | 195 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4373rd of 27321 | 335 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 7661st of 35406 | 233 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 12407th of 30306 | 81 |
Regional Popularity of "Carra" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Carra" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
100.00% 2353rd/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
100.00% 3685th/3685 |
- |
100.00% 5194th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Carra"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Carra" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.