Carey

/ˈkɛri/ proper noun

A surname and given name of Irish origin, also referring to various places. Can be used as both a masculine and feminine first name.

From Irish Ó Ciardha, meaning 'descendant of Ciardha.' Ciardha derives from ciar meaning 'black' or 'dark,' possibly referring to dark hair or complexion. Anglicized during English colonization of Ireland.

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