Carmela Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Carmela is a name of Hebrew origin, derived from 'Karmel', meaning vineyard or orchard. It has evolved through various languages, including Italian and Spanish. The name is associated with biblical significance, particularly with Mount Carmel. It gained popularity in the 19th and 20th centuries and is viewed as a traditional and elegant name, with several common variants.
The name Carmela is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Carmela has been too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Carmela' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16616th out of 16616 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 294th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 414th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 708th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 857th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1723rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2041st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1628th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Carmela' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Carmela"
Pronunciation
/kɑːrˈmɛlə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Carmela is derived from the Hebrew name 'Karmel', which means 'vineyard' or 'orchard'. The name is associated with Mount Carmel, a significant location in biblical narratives.
Meaning
vineyard, orchard
Language Evolution
Karmel (Hebrew), Carmela (Italian/Spanish), Carmelita (Spanish diminutive)
Biblical Background
The name is linked to Mount Carmel, a prominent location in the Bible where the prophet Elijah confronted the prophets of Baal.
Historical Usage
Carmela gained popularity particularly in Italian and Spanish-speaking countries during the 19th and 20th centuries as a feminine form of the name Carmel.
Variants & Derivatives
Carmel, Carmelita, Carmelina
Modern Popularity & Image
Carmela is often perceived as a traditional and elegant name, with a strong cultural connection to Italian and Spanish heritage.
Famous People
Carmela Soprano (fictional character from The Sopranos), Carmela R. R. A. B. (Carmela Arrieta, contemporary artist)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Carmela"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Carmela"
"Carmela" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 16616th of 16616 | 5 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 294th of 9107 | 8,652 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 414th of 9204 | 4,950 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 708th of 12526 | 3,500 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 857th of 19264 | 2,505 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1723rd of 27321 | 1,244 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2041st of 35406 | 1,480 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1628th of 30306 | 1,613 |
Regional Popularity of "Carmela" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Carmela" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
40.04% 567th/1416 |
9.21% 127th/1379 |
56.47% 1336th/2366 |
56.57% 646th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
47.22% 730th/1546 |
10.86% 169th/1556 |
43.26% 1018th/2353 |
55.27% 855th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
42.43% 945th/2227 |
15.10% 367th/2430 |
37.68% 1075th/2853 |
29.51% 819th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
34.63% 1017th/2937 |
15.70% 547th/3483 |
40.31% 1418th/3518 |
22.80% 922nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
52.70% 1942nd/3685 |
26.01% 1164th/4475 |
43.40% 2254th/5194 |
24.00% 1516th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
47.64% 2183rd/4582 |
28.29% 1461st/5164 |
31.75% 2322nd/7313 |
25.93% 1935th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
38.48% 1533rd/3984 |
18.63% 836th/4487 |
30.45% 2077th/6822 |
27.34% 1716th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Carmela"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Carmela" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.