Carmel
2025 SSA
2025 SSA
About Carmel
Carmel is a masculine name with rich biblical and geographical origins. Derived from Hebrew 'Karmel' meaning 'garden' or 'vineyard of God,' it refers to Mount Carmel in Israel, a significant location in biblical history. While Carmel is used for both genders, it has traditionally been more common for boys in countries with strong Catholic traditions, particularly in Ireland and Italy. The name evokes natural beauty and spiritual significance, with connections to the Carmelite religious order as well. As a male name, Carmel has maintained steady but modest usage, appreciated for its soft sound combined with historic strength. Its biblical roots appeal to religious families, while its natural connotations attract those seeking a name with depth and meaningful associations.
Carmel for girls#5004 US
Carmel is a biblical place-name that is often used by Catholic parents around the world. It is given in honor of Our Lady of Mount Carmel and is the name of a mountain ridge on the Mediterranean near Haifa in Israel, mentioned in the Old Testament, famous for its lush vegetation and said to have been often visited by Mary and the Infant Christ.
In the US, Spanish and Italian forms Carmela and Carmella are used much more frequently than Carmel. Carmen is another Spanish variation.
Irish-born Carmel Snow was a one-time influential editor of Harper's Bazaar; Carmel Myers was a sultry silent movie star.
Caveat: Could be confused with a candy.
Pronounced KAR-mul.
As of October 2026, Carmel ranked #7280 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #950 in 1918.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank · boys | Births · boys | US rank · girls | Births · girls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | #4,782 | 28 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
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- Carmel QuinnGirl
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- Carmel MyersGirl
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English singer of band Carmel
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Carmel in pop culture
- CarmelBoy
a city in Judah (Joshua 15:55)
- CarmelBoth
by,the,Sea, California, USA
- CarmelGirl
city mentioned in Scripture (Joshua 15:55)
- Carmel JacksonGirl
character on British soap "EastEnders"
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Variations & nicknames
- CarmaGirl
- CarmalettaGirl
- CarmalitGirl
- CarmalitaGirl
- CarmallaGirl
- CarmanGirl
- CarmaniaGirl
- CarmanyaGirl
- CarmaritGirl
- CarmeliGirl
- CarmeliaGirl
- CarmelinaGirl
- CarmelitGirl
- CarmelitaGirl
- CarmelithaGirl
- CarmelitiaGirl
- CarmellaGirl
- CarmelleGirl
- CarmelliaGirl
- CarmellinaGirl
- CarmellitGirl
- CarmellitaGirl
- CarmellithaGirl
- CarmellitiaGirl
- CarmesaGirl
- CarmeshaGirl
- CarmiGirl
- CarmiaGirl
- CarmieGirl
- CarmielGirl
- CarmielaGirl
- CarmilGirl
- CarmilaGirl
- CarmileGirl
- CarmillaGirl
- CarmilleGirl
- CarminaGirl
- CarmineGirl
- CarmishaGirl
- CarmitGirl
- CarmiyaGirl
- CarmyGirl
- KarmelGirl
- KarmelaGirl
- KarmelitGirl
- KarmenGirl
- LeetaGirl
- LinaGirl
- LitaGirl
- MelinaGirl
- MelitaGirl
- MinaGirl