Curry

Q: What is the origin of Curry?

Curry is of Irish origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: Is Curry a boy name?

Curry is traditionally a boy name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

male

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"From the Marsh"

Surname-derived given name from Irish toponymic roots, used in English-speaking contexts with variable gender association.

Themes:surnamenameirishunisextoponym

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This name has been verified against authoritative sources including SSA data, etymology databases, and cultural naming traditions.

Popularity History of Curry

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#10075Ranked nationally

SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

Pick any SSA release year to inspect that year's national ranking and how it changed from the year before.

Year

Selected Year Rank

Unranked

Curry did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Curry Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Curry.

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cury

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curr

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cie

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urry

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Baby Name Lists That Include Curry

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Curry mean?

Curry means "From the Marsh". Surname-derived given name from Irish toponymic roots, used in English-speaking contexts with variable gender associatio

What is the origin of Curry?

Curry is of Irish origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Curry?

According to the latest SSA data, Curry is currently ranked #10075 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Curry a boy name?

Curry is traditionally a boy name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Curry?

Popular nicknames for Curry include cury, curr, cie, cy, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Curry?

There are many names similar to Curry in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginIrish, English

Syllables2

Length5 letters

US Rank#10075

Trend→ Stable

Starts withC

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Aedan Aven Adian Aeden Ayven

Sisters

Ashlynn Arline Arleen Allene Alannah

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