Carmel
girl name#4987 in 2025Carmel entered the US charts in 1888, peaked at #585 in 1914, ranks #4987 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1888–2025
#4987
rank today
#585
peak (1914)
26
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #1276 |
| 1890s | #1241 |
| 1900s | #809 |
| 1910s | #670 |
| 1920s | #660 |
| 1930s | #803 |
| 1940s | #1043 |
| 1950s | #1032 |
| 1960s | #1095 |
| 1970s | #1830 |
| 1980s | #2876 |
| 1990s | #5009 |
| 2000s | #6125 |
| 2010s | #7733 |
| 2020s | #6704 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Carmel has been most popular in CA.
Living bearers
About 3,900 people named Carmel are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Carmel alive today was born around 1948, making them about 77 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Carmel in 2025?
- Carmel ranks #4987 among US girl names in 2025, with 26 babies given the name.
- When was the name Carmel most popular?
- Carmel peaked in 1914, reaching #585 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Carmel with classmates?
- Carmel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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