Carmela Boy

Popularity: — · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

Pronunciationkar-MEL-ah / /kɑːrˈmɛlə/

Italian; Hebrew

Meaning

Italian: 'song'; Hebrew: 'orchard'

Historical & Cultural Background

Carmela is derived from the Italian name 'Carmelo', which is associated with Mount Carmel in Israel. The name has biblical roots and is often linked to the Virgin Mary, referred to as 'Our Lady of Mount Carmel'. It has been used in various cultures, particularly in Italian-speaking communities. The name has also gained popularity in the United States and other countries.

Trend Summary

Carmela has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable presence in Italian-American communities.

Similar Names

CarmenCarminaCamilaCarlaCarinaCarmine

Variants

  • Carmelo
  • Carmel

International Variants

  • Carmela (Spanish)
  • Carmelina (Italian)

Famous people named Carmela

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Fictional characters named Carmela

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Sibling Suggestions

MarcoGiovanniLuciaElenaAntonioSofia

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Carmela was first seen in the United States in 1984. Carmela has ranked as high as #1117 nationally, which occurred in 1984, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Carmela has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Carmela

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19845