| Meaning | free man |
| Origin | English, French, German |
| Gender | Girl |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 6 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Car-rie |
Carrie, a charming and timeless name, has been embraced by parents seeking a blend of simplicity and elegance. Derived from the classic Caroline, meaning "free woman" or "strong woman," Carrie encapsulates a sense of resilience and independence. Its diminutive nature adds a touch of endearment, making it perfect for a beloved daughter.
The name Carrie resonates with a range of notable figures, from Hollywood icons like Carrie Fisher to fictional heroines like Stephen King's character. Its variations, such as Carolyn and Carol, offer versatility while maintaining a delightful essence.
Choosing the name Carrie for your baby girl is like bestowing upon her a legacy of strength and grace. Whether she grows up to be a trailblazer like suffragist Carrie Chapman Catt or captures hearts with her artistic talents like actress Carrie Underwood, the name Carrie paves the way for a life filled with determination and distinction.
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| Carrie Fisher | American actress |
| Carrie Underwood | American singer |
| Carrie-Anne Moss | Canadian actress |
| Carrie Brownstein | American musician and actress |
| Carrie Preston | American actress |
| Carrie Symonds | British activist and partner of Boris Johnson |
| Carrie Snodgress | American actress |
| Carrie Ann Inaba | American dancer and television host |
| Carrie Coon | American actress |
| Carrie Henn | American actress |
| Carrie Chapman Catt | American suffragist and women's rights activist |
| Carrie Ingalls | sister of author Laura Ingalls Wilder |
| Carrie Keranen | American voice actress |
| Carrie Snider | Canadian politician |
| Carrie Gibson | British historian and writer |
| Carrie Pitzulo | American historian and author |
| Carrie Gracie | British journalist and broadcaster |
| Carrie Clark Ward | American singer |
| Carrie Pipperidge | character in the musical "Carousel" |
| Carrie Hopewell | character in the TV series "Banshee" |
| Carrie White | Stephen King's "Carrie" |
| Carrie Bradshaw | TV series and movie "Sex and the City" |
| Carrie Mathison | TV series "Homeland" |
| Carrie Heffernan | TV series "The King of Queens" |
| Carrie Kelly | comic book character, "The Dark Knight Returns" |
| Carrie Watts | play and movie "The Trip to Bountiful" |
| Carrie Hopewell | TV series "Banshee" |
| Carrie LaChance | character in "The Carrie Diaries" |
| Carrie Ingalls | TV series "Little House on the Prairie" |
| Carrie Donovan | character in "The Incredibles" movies |
| Carrie-Ann Mossbach | TV series "Doc Martin" |
| Carrie Smith | character in "Home and Away" TV series |
| Carrie Young | TV series "Heartland" |
| Carrie Norton | character in "Mad Men" TV series |
| Carrie Spooner | character in "EastEnders" TV series |
| Carrie Swanson | character in "Parks and Recreation" TV series |
| Carrie Davis | character in "Close to Home" TV series |
| Carrie Cutter | comic book character, "Arrow" |
| Carrie Darrow | TV series "Medium" |
| Carrie Bender | character in "Chinatown" movie |