Carmel
Carmel is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Garden or vineyard of God.
Origin and history
Carmel is a given name of Hebrew origin derived from Mount Carmel in Israel. It traditionally signifies a garden or orchard and has long been used in English-speaking regions, often associated with Our Lady of Mount Carmel. In the U.S., it has a steady, classic presence, though it is used less frequently today.
Popularity in the United States
7,216 babies in the United States have been named Carmel since 1880. It ranks #1988 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1989.
States where it is most popular
- CA (23.2 %)
- NY (20.3 %)
- TX (11.8 %)
- PA (11.2 %)
- OH (10.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 5 |
| 1890-1900 | 57 |
| 1900-1910 | 216 |
| 1910-1920 | 794 |
| 1920-1930 | 1,218 |
| 1930-1940 | 749 |
| 1940-1950 | 617 |
| 1950-1960 | 985 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,028 |
| 1970-1980 | 530 |
| 1980-1990 | 336 |
| 1990-2000 | 209 |
| 2000-2010 | 200 |
| 2010-2019 | 160 |
| 2020-2029 | 112 |
Famous people named Carmel
- Carmel Myers: actress
- Carmel Snow: fashion editor, journalist
Nicknames
Carrie, Mel
Fun facts
- The name originates from Mount Carmel, a coastal mountain range in northern Israel.
- It gained widespread use in Catholic tradition due to devotion to Our Lady of Mount Carmel.