Cary

/ˈkɛri/ noun

Definition

A male given name, also the name of a city in North Carolina.

Etymology

The name has uncertain origins, possibly from Irish 'Carey' meaning 'spear,' or from a place name. The city was named after one of its early residents.

Kelly Says

Cary Grant, one of Hollywood's greatest actors, was born Archibald Alexander Leach—a reminder that even the most famous people often start with ordinary names and create their identity through their work and choices.

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