Carmelita Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Carmelita is a feminine name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'garden' or 'vineyard', closely tied to the biblical Mount Carmel. The name has evolved from its Hebrew roots to become popular in various cultures, particularly in Spanish and Italian-speaking communities. It conveys traits of beauty and nature, with biblical significance pertaining to fertility and divine beauty.
The name Carmelita is most popular in New Mexico, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the West region. 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, Carmelita has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled 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, 'Carmelita' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 982nd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 820th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1076th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1241st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2492nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5504th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 9007th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Carmelita' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Carmelita"
Pronunciation
/kɑːr.məˈliː.tə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Carmelita is derived from the Hebrew word 'Carmel' which means 'vineyard' or 'orchard'. It is often associated with Mount Carmel in Israel, a place known for its beauty and fertility.
Meaning
garden, vineyard
Language Evolution
Carmel (Hebrew), Carmelita (Spanish/Italian)
Biblical Background
Carmelita is linked to biblical references, particularly to Mount Carmel, which is mentioned in the Hebrew Bible.
Historical Usage
Carmelita gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly in Spanish-speaking countries and among Catholic communities due to the association with the Virgin Mary of Mount Carmel.
Variants & Derivatives
Carmel, Carmela, Carmelita
Modern Popularity & Image
Carmelita is perceived as a feminine and graceful name, often associated with nature and beauty. It retains a sense of cultural richness.
Famous People
Carmelita Jeter, an American athlete, Carmelita Torres, a Mexican actress
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Carmelita"
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 "Carmelita"
"Carmelita" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 982nd of 9107 | 975 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 820th of 9204 | 1,397 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1076th of 12526 | 1,746 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1241st of 19264 | 1,466 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2492nd of 27321 | 740 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5504th of 35406 | 363 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 9007th of 30306 | 139 |
Regional Popularity of "Carmelita" 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 "Carmelita" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
80.37% 1138th/1416 |
60.77% 838th/1379 |
83.14% 1967th/2366 |
33.01% 377th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
61.84% 956th/1546 |
48.20% 750th/1556 |
46.96% 1105th/2353 |
29.54% 457th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
45.76% 1019th/2227 |
46.42% 1128th/2430 |
43.88% 1252nd/2853 |
25.37% 704th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
40.52% 1190th/2937 |
60.52% 2108th/3483 |
38.57% 1357th/3518 |
22.90% 926th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
76.55% 2821st/3685 |
- |
51.46% 2673rd/5194 |
25.99% 1642nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
100.00% 4582nd/4582 |
- | - |
45.08% 3364th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Carmelita"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Carmelita" 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.