Carmella Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Carmella originates from the Hebrew word for 'garden' or 'vineyard,' with roots in the biblical Mount Carmel. The name has evolved from its Hebrew origins through Latin and Italian forms to become popular in English. It conveys traits of beauty and nature, with a notable biblical relevance. The name has gained popularity in modern times, particularly within Italian communities and the entertainment industry.
The name Carmella is most popular in New Jersey, 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 Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Carmella has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, too 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, 'Carmella' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 318th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 464th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 822nd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1175th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2044th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1865th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1421st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Carmella' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Carmella"
Pronunciation
/kɑːrˈmɛlə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Carmella is derived from the Hebrew word 'Karmel,' which means 'garden' or 'vineyard.' It is often associated with Mount Carmel in Israel, a place known for its lush vegetation.
Meaning
garden, vineyard
Language Evolution
Carmel (Hebrew), Carmelus (Latin), Carmella (Italian), Carmella (English)
Biblical Background
Carmella has connections to the biblical Mount Carmel, which is mentioned in the Old Testament as a place of beauty and fertility.
Historical Usage
Carmella gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in Italian-speaking communities, and has become more widely known in English-speaking countries since the late 20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Carmel, Carmelita, Carmen, Carmelina
Modern Popularity & Image
Carmella is often perceived as a beautiful and elegant name, associated with femininity and nature. It is relatively popular in various cultures, especially among those with Italian heritage.
Famous People
Carmella DeCesare, an American model and television personality, Carmella, a professional wrestler known in the WWE
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Carmella"
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 "Carmella"
"Carmella" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 318th of 9107 | 7,237 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 464th of 9204 | 4,137 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 822nd of 12526 | 2,815 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1175th of 19264 | 1,603 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2044th of 27321 | 966 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1865th of 35406 | 1,678 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1421st of 30306 | 1,909 |
Regional Popularity of "Carmella" 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 "Carmella" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
26.20% 371st/1416 |
11.24% 155th/1379 |
54.10% 1280th/2366 |
62.61% 715th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
31.82% 492nd/1546 |
13.17% 205th/1556 |
100.00% 2353rd/2353 |
67.49% 1044th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
32.69% 728th/2227 |
19.51% 474th/2430 |
55.80% 1592nd/2853 |
44.72% 1241st/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
32.72% 961st/2937 |
20.99% 731st/3483 |
61.68% 2170th/3518 |
43.94% 1777th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
39.43% 1453rd/3685 |
35.28% 1579th/4475 |
86.39% 4487th/5194 |
41.48% 2620th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
30.84% 1413th/4582 |
25.17% 1300th/5164 |
32.16% 2352nd/7313 |
34.10% 2545th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
29.67% 1182nd/3984 |
16.34% 733rd/4487 |
31.11% 2122nd/6822 |
33.99% 2133rd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Carmella"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Carmella" 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.