Carey
boy name#6446 in 2025Carey entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #353 in 1957, ranks #6446 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#6446
rank today
#353
peak (1957)
13
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #528 |
| 1890s | #523 |
| 1900s | #621 |
| 1910s | #734 |
| 1920s | #791 |
| 1930s | #689 |
| 1940s | #514 |
| 1950s | #383 |
| 1960s | #433 |
| 1970s | #494 |
| 1980s | #711 |
| 1990s | #1347 |
| 2000s | #3043 |
| 2010s | #4228 |
| 2020s | #7030 |
Living bearers
About 12,000 people named Carey are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Carey alive today was born around 1963, making them about 62 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Carey in 2025?
- Carey ranks #6446 among US boy names in 2025, with 13 babies given the name.
- When was the name Carey most popular?
- Carey peaked in 1957, reaching #353 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Carey with classmates?
- Carey will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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