From the region of Caria in Asia Minor
Caria is a geographic name referring to an ancient region in southwestern Anatolia. In Greek mythology, the name is associated with Car, the eponymous ancestor of the Carians. It is often chosen today for its melodic, classical sound and its connection to ancient history.
Less common today
Caria isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #11,275 in 2002.
A character in the fantasy series · The Chronicles of Elantra
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
