Caris
KA-ris
The Story of Caris
This name is a soft echo of the deep, unconditional love you already feel, a Welsh whisper of affection for your daughter.
Caris springs from the heart of Wales, directly from the Welsh word 'caru,' meaning "to love." Unlike names that traveled through conquest or literature, Caris is a direct descendant of a feeling, a sentiment rendered into sound. While Welsh names have ancient roots, Caris gained recognition as a given name in the late 20th century, beginning its journey as an accessible, yet distinct, expression of affection.
When you write "Caris" on a birth announcement, you'll notice the gentle curves of the letters, mirroring the tenderness of its meaning. It's a name that feels like a quiet embrace, a constant reassurance. Your daughter will carry a name that means love itself, a constant reminder of the profound affection that brought her into the world and that will guide her every step. It’s a name that will soften any room she enters.
What It Means
“A Welsh name meaning "love."”
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Numerology
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Personality Traits
Peak Year
#61 in 2013
Total Births
1,199
First Recorded
1975
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