Carrie
[ˈkæri]Meaning
From the name of a character in Stephen King's horror novel 'Carrie', known for her telekinetic powers.
Background Story
The name Carrie became popular due to the fictional character in Stephen King's novel 'Carrie', published in 1974. The story revolves around a shy high school girl who discovers she has telekinetic powers and seeks revenge on those who bully her.
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