Cerys

Cerys is a form of the Welsh name Carys. Its meaning is 'the love' or 'the beloved' and derives from the Welsh term caru, which means 'to love' or 'to like'.

What does the name Cerys mean?

Cerys, a variant of the Welsh name Carys, stands for 'the love' or 'the beloved' and has its roots in the Welsh word caru, which means 'to love, to like'. The name is primarily used as a girl's name in Great Britain. A related form is Ceris. Notable bearers of the name include British harpist Cerys Hafana and singer Cerys Matthews.

Where does the name Cerys come from?

The etymology of Cerys shows that it is a feminine name with Welsh roots, meaning 'the love' or 'the beloved'. The Welsh

How do you pronounce Cerys?

The sound quality and pronunciation of Cerys: The name has a compact and slightly tense sound. It is usually pronounced as 'Ke-ris' [ˈkɛʁɪs] and begins with a clear, open structure. The short, closed ending gives it a concise finish. This creates a direct impression – compact, structured, and clearly contoured.

Popularity

In Germany, Cerys is considered a rare name. In 2023, it ranked 5,633rd on the list of the most popular female first names. Its best placement was in 2018 at rank 4,078. In the last ten years, Cerys has been given about 20 times, which places it at 7,036th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 8,440th.

Nicknames & pet names

Cery / Cherry / Rys

Famous people

• Cerys an Craithe (character from the video game 'The Witcher 3')
• Cerys Matthews (Welsh singer)