Carmine Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Carmine is an Italian name that means 'crimson' or 'red,' originating from Latin. It has evolved through various forms in the Italian language and is associated with vibrancy and creativity. The name does not have biblical relevance, but it gained popularity in Italian-speaking regions and among Italian descendants. Variants include Carmelo and Carmen, and it is recognized today as a lively and artistic name.

The name Carmine is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy 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, Carmine has been stalled for male in MidWest, too falling for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Carmine' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 419th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 493rd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 674th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 905th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1510th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1349th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1307th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3432nd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3834th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4872nd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7120th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 25632nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 29526th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 22988th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Carmine' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Carmine"

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Pronunciation

/ˈkɑːrmaɪn/

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Origin

Italian

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Etymology

The name Carmine is derived from the Latin 'carmineus,' which means 'crimson' or 'red,' relating to the color obtained from the kermes insect used in dyes.

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Meaning

Crimson, red

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Language Evolution

Carmen (Latin), Carmineus (Latin), Carmine (Italian)

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Historical Usage

Carmine gained popularity in Italian-speaking regions and later spread to other cultures, particularly among families of Italian descent.

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Variants & Derivatives

Carmelo, Carmel, Carmen

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Modern Popularity & Image

Carmine is viewed as a vibrant and artistic name, often associated with creativity and passion. It remains popular in various cultures, particularly in Italian communities.

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Famous People

Carmine Appice, an American drummer known for his work with bands like Vanilla Fudge., Carmine Di Sibio, the global chairman and CEO of EY., Carmine Gallo, a communications expert and author.

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Carmine"

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 "Carmine"

"Carmine" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Boy 419th of 7545 3,213
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Boy 493rd of 6773 2,565
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 674th of 7552 2,323
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 905th of 10718 1,278
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 1510th of 16616 845
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 1349th of 24088 1,774
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 1307th of 23106 1,705
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Girl 3432nd of 9107 126
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Girl 3834th of 9204 103
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Girl 4872nd of 12526 124
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 7120th of 19264 95
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 25632nd of 27321 6
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 29526th of 35406 11
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 22988th of 30306 16

Regional Popularity of "Carmine" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
83.05%
1176th/1416
10.88%
150th/1379
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- 11.70%
182nd/1556
- -
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- 11.15%
271st/2430
- -
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
53.22%
1563rd/2937
10.71%
373rd/3483
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Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
60.14%
2216th/3685
13.25%
593rd/4475
67.60%
3511th/5194
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Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
31.14%
1427th/4582
12.26%
633rd/5164
23.72%
1735th/7313
24.21%
1807th/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
39.78%
1585th/3984
11.79%
529th/4487
28.64%
1954th/6822
29.88%
1875th/6276

Regional Popularity of "Carmine" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
- - - -
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- 90.55%
1409th/1556
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - - -
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- 87.88%
3061st/3483
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Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - - -
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - - -
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- - - -

State-by-State Popularity of "Carmine"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Carmine" 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.