Carrie

Carrie is a feminine given name that is commonly used as a diminutive of Caroline or Catherine, though it is also used independently as a full given name in many English-speaking countries. The name has historical usage dating to the 19th century and appears in a variety of cultures and spellings.

Etymology and usage: Carrie derives from Caroline, which in turn comes from the Latin name Carolus, associated with Charles. Over time, Carrie developed as a familiar form and occasionally as a standalone name. Variants include Karin, Karie, and Kerry in different languages and contexts.

Notable people: Carrie Underwood (born 1983) is an American singer and winner of American Idol who has achieved international success. Carrie Fisher (1956–2016) was an American actress best known for her role as Princess Leia in the Star Wars film series. Carrie Brownstein (born 1975) is an American musician and writer. Carrie Coon (born 1981) is an American actress. Carrie Nye (1926–2006) was an American actress. Carrie-Anne Moss (born 1967) is a Canadian actress known for her role in The Matrix series.

Fictional characters and cultural references: Carrie White is the protagonist of Stephen King’s 1974 novel Carrie and its 1976 film adaptation. Carrie Bradshaw is the central character of the television series Sex and the City, and The Carrie Diaries follows a younger version of that character. The name Carrie is also used for various other fictional figures across literature, film, and television.