TheNameDBCarr
MasculineMeaning
A person who lives near a marsh or fen.
Etymology
Carr derives from the Old Norse word 'kjarr' meaning 'marsh' or 'fen,' which entered English through Scandinavian settlement in northern England. It was originally used as a topographic surname for those living in wetland areas.
About the Name Carr
Carr is primarily known as a surname with origins in northern England and Scotland, though it is occasionally used as a given name. The name reflects the geographical and environmental characteristics of medieval British settlements.