Carmen
girl name#389 in 2025Carmen entered the US charts in 1881, peaked at #141 in 1968, ranks #389 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1881–2025
#389
rank today
#141
peak (1968)
798
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #586 |
| 1890s | #442 |
| 1900s | #332 |
| 1910s | #271 |
| 1920s | #211 |
| 1930s | #205 |
| 1940s | #207 |
| 1950s | #178 |
| 1960s | #161 |
| 1970s | #159 |
| 1980s | #212 |
| 1990s | #260 |
| 2000s | #270 |
| 2010s | #378 |
| 2020s | #427 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Carmen has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 111,000 people named Carmen are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Carmen alive today was born around 1969, making them about 56 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Carmen in 2025?
- Carmen ranks #389 among US girl names in 2025, with 798 babies given the name.
- When was the name Carmen most popular?
- Carmen peaked in 1968, reaching #141 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Carmen with classmates?
- Carmen will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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