Love; derived from the Welsh word caru meaning to love
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Carys is listed in our catalog as a girl name. Its listed meaning is "Love; derived from the Welsh word caru meaning to love". Listed origin: Welsh.
KAR-iss
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Carys is listed in our catalog as a girl name. Its listed meaning is "Love; derived from the Welsh word caru meaning to love". Listed origin: Welsh.
Our catalog's pronunciation guide is KAR-iss. Pronunciation can vary by language and family.
We do not have a verified US birth-record ranking for Carys. Missing data does not mean a name is rare.
Ideas to try include Cary, Cara. These are suggestions, not a measure of usage.
Try Carys Rose, Carys Grace, Carys Elizabeth, Carys Jane aloud with your surname. These pairings are subjective suggestions.
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