Ferry, of Latin origin, means 'to carry across' or 'to transport'. It is derived from the Latin word 'ferre', which translates to 'to bear', 'carry', or 'bring'. Historically, the name was often given to children born into families with ties to transportation, particularly waterways. The name Ferry has been used as a given name since at least the Middle Ages and continues to be chosen today, adding a unique touch to its bearer's identity.
The name Ferry appears to have been quite popular between the years of 1919 and 1960, with a total of 65 babies being given this name during this period. The most popular years for naming a child Ferry were 1926 and 1952, each with 10 and 6 births respectively. Interestingly, the name seems to have had five peaks in popularity (1919, 1923, 1925, 1933, and 1940) before declining towards the end of this period.