Carmel
boy name#7194 in 2025Carmel entered the US charts in 1906, peaked at #949 in 1918, ranks #7194 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1906–2025
#7194
rank today
#949
peak (1918)
11
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #1235 |
| 1910s | #1226 |
| 1920s | #1363 |
| 1930s | #1560 |
| 1940s | #1702 |
| 1950s | #2489 |
| 1960s | #3190 |
| 1970s | #4363 |
| 1980s | #5159 |
| 1990s | #8608 |
| 2000s | #9170 |
| 2010s | #9362 |
| 2020s | #10263 |
Living bearers
About 500 people named Carmel are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Carmel alive today was born around 1936, making them about 89 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 #7194 among US boy names in 2025, with 11 babies given the name.
- When was the name Carmel most popular?
- Carmel peaked in 1918, reaching #949 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Carmel with classmates?
- Carmel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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