Girl · 60th of 19,264
Carrie
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
267,476
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1977
Peak Popularity Year
8,688
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Carrie stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Carrie originates from the Latin name 'Carolina', meaning 'free man'. It evolved from historical forms such as Carolina and Carole. The name is often associated with traits of friendliness and approachability. It has no direct biblical relevance and gained popularity in the 19th century as a diminutive of Caroline.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈkæri/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Carrie is derived from the Latin name 'Carolina', which is a feminine form of 'Charles', meaning 'free man'. The name became popular as a diminutive form of Caroline.
Meaning
free man
Language Evolution
Carolina, Carole, Carrie
Historical Usage
The name Carrie gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a standalone name and as a diminutive of Caroline.
Variants & Derivatives
Caroline, Cara, Carly
Modern Popularity & Image
Carrie is perceived as a friendly and approachable name, often associated with warmth and kindness. It remains popular in various cultures.
Famous People
Carrie Underwood, Carrie Fisher, Carrie Mae Weems
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Declining
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 8,688 peak births in 1977
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in South Carolina
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 12 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 11 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
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
Full popularity table across American generations 12 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1778th of 7545 | 299 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2131st of 6773 | 222 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3019th of 7552 | 143 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2288th of 10718 | 278 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5443rd of 16616 | 126 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 104th of 9107 | 45,460 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 174th of 9204 | 22,139 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 184th of 12526 | 35,851 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 60th of 19264 | 88,611 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 125th of 27321 | 38,678 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 734th of 35406 | 5,764 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1900th of 30306 | 1,282 |