CARAS

Origin and etymology In historic texts In the 1881 census Distribution map

Caras

Caras is a British surname of Greek origin, derived from the Greek word karas, which means "welshman" or "man from the mountains". The surname has been recorded in various regions of the United Kingdom, and is most commonly found in England.

The Caras family name can be traced back to ancient Greece, with some individuals of Greek descent bearing the name having emigrated to the United Kingdom over the centuries. The surname has undergone changes in spelling and pronunciation as it has been anglicised within British culture.

Individuals with the surname Caras have contributed to various fields of endeavour in the UK, including business, academia, and the arts. The name Caras is relatively rare in Britain, but those who bear it often take pride in their Greek heritage and the unique history associated with their surname.

There are approximately 17 people named Caras in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Fewer than one in a million people in Britain are named Caras.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

Ivan
Jack
Jamie
Stephen

Female

Joanne
Phyllis
Susan

Similar and related surnames

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