Cerys Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation

Cerys means love. Modern Welsh name from caru, meaning to love

Cerys is a modern Welsh name made from the verb caru, meaning to love, with an ending that gives it a feminine form. It is thought to have been used first in the twentieth century and has become popular in Wales, becoming especially well known thanks to the singer Cerys Matthews. Carys is a common spelling variant outside Wales and is pronounced the same way. The name is gentle and clear, and because the meaning is so simple and positive, it appeals to many families. It is a good way to bring a Welsh word for love into daily life.

Variants of Cerys

CarysCerisCeriseKerys

Well-known people named Cerys

Cerys Matthews.

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