Cary
boy name#3658 in 2025Cary entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #264 in 1966, ranks #3658 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#3658
rank today
#264
peak (1966)
30
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #535 |
| 1890s | #613 |
| 1900s | #678 |
| 1910s | #873 |
| 1920s | #935 |
| 1930s | #785 |
| 1940s | #389 |
| 1950s | #315 |
| 1960s | #287 |
| 1970s | #440 |
| 1980s | #670 |
| 1990s | #1236 |
| 2000s | #2986 |
| 2010s | #3787 |
| 2020s | #3781 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Cary has been most popular in CA, NY.
Living bearers
About 18,000 people named Cary are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Cary 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 Cary in 2025?
- Cary ranks #3658 among US boy names in 2025, with 30 babies given the name.
- When was the name Cary most popular?
- Cary peaked in 1966, reaching #264 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Cary with classmates?
- Cary will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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