Carey \c(a)-rey\ as a girl's name (also used as boy's name Carey), is pronounced KER-ee. It is of Gaelic origin, and the meaning of Carey is "love". From "caru". Also possibly a place name from Welsh "rhiw" meaning "hill fort", or from Gaelic "ciar" meaning "black", and Latin "carriarus" for an occupational surname for those who moved goods. Also possibly a short from of Caroline; or variant spelling of Cary, influenced by Carrie. Also a pet form of Ceridwen. Actress Carey Lowell.

Carey has 2 variant forms: Carrey and Cary.

For more information, see also the related name Carol.

Baby names that sound like Carey are Carry, Caree and Corey.