The baby name Carragh is a Female name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced /ˈkɑːrə/ or /ˈkærə/ (KAH-ruh / KAR-uh).
Carragh is Irish in Origin.
The baby name Carragh is a Female name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced /ˈkɑːrə/ or /ˈkærə/ (KAH-ruh / KAR-uh).
Carragh is Irish in Origin.
Carragh is an Irish-influenced feminine name whose sense blends two streams: Irish Gaelic cara "friend" and the Romance/Latin carus/cara "dear, beloved." The doubled r and -gh ending echo Irish orthography seen in names like Clodagh and Orlagh, giving a distinctly Gaelic flavor, though Carragh itself is a modern given-name form rather than an early medieval personal name. Despite the visual similarity, it is not derived from carraig "rock," the element in place names such as Carrick.
Use rose in Ireland and the diaspora from the late 20th century, as parents favored Gaelic-style spellings for Cara/Kara. Pronunciation is typically KAH-rah or KAR-uh. Variants and cognates include Cara, Caragh (single r), Carah, and Kara; short forms like Carrie also occur. The prevailing meaning centers on affection and companionship - "beloved friend" - making Carragh a warm, contemporary choice with Celtic character.
Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.
| Country | Gender | Year | Rank | Born | of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ireland | Girls | 2022 | #1 | — | 935 |
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