Carey - Last Names

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Carey

/ˈkɛəri/

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Meaning

From the settlement by the copse or from the dark one

Represents ancestral connection, rootedness in land or lineage, and resilience through generations.

Symbolism

Embodies heritage, continuity, and quiet strength. It symbolizes a bridge between past and present, often associated with family legacy.

Etymology: Derived from multiple origins: Irish 'Ó Ciardha' meaning 'descendant of Ciardha', from the Gaelic word 'ciar' meaning 'dark' or 'black'; also an English topographic name from Middle English 'carey' meaning 'copse' or 'wood', indicating someone who lived near a thicket.

Style & Origin

traditional

english

Cultural Background

Originating in Ireland and England, Carey is a hereditary surname with Gaelic and Old English roots.

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