What does Carmine mean and where does it come from?
Carmine is traditionally a male name in Italian culture but has been increasingly used for females as well. The name has biblical and historical significance, being associated with the biblical Mount Carmel, noted for its beauty. It reflects a rich heritage and evokes vivid imagery.
Cultural significance
Carmine has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Italian-speaking communities, where it reflects values of derived from 'carmelo', meaning 'garden' or 'orchard'..
Peak popularity
Reached #2207 in 1907 — currently #1281 in the US.
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Browse names →What middle names flow best with Carmine?
Carmine works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Carmine Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Carmine Rose
Floral · soft ending
Carmine Mae
Sweet · timeless
Carmine Claire
French influence · crisp
Carmine Jane
Literary · strong
Carmine Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Carmine right now?
Holding steady — currently #1281 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| Year | US Rank | Births | vs Prior Year |
|---|
| 2023 | #1281 | 150 | ▼ down 5 · -1% births |
| 2022 | #1276 | 151 | ▲ up 15 · +3% births |
| 2021 | #1291 | 147 | ▲ up 7880 · +2840% births |
| 1975 | #9171 | 5 | ▼ down 4280 · -37% births |
| 1965 | #4891 | 8 | ▼ down 921 · -27% births |
| 1960 | #3970 | 11 | ▼ down 544 · -8% births |
| 1955 | #3426 | 12 | ▲ up 1394 · +100% births |
| 1950 | #4820 | 6 | ▼ down 1835 · -33% births |
| 1935 | #2985 | 9 | ▲ up 436 · +13% births |
| 1930 | #3421 | 8 | ▼ down 234 · -20% births |
| 1925 | #3187 | 10 | ▼ down 412 · -17% births |
| 1920 | #2775 | 12 | ▲ up 748 · +71% births |
| 1915 | #3523 | 7 | — |
The story of Carmine
Carmine entered American naming records in 1907 and has been in use for over 117 years. A total of 13,542 babies have received this name. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #3523 in 1915 to #1281 in 2023. Carmine is used for both genders: 4% female and 96% male.
Names that peaked alongside Carmine in 1907:
Carmine by decade
Carmine peaked in the 1900s. See all 1900s names →
| Decade | Births | |
|---|
| 1890s | 22 | |
| 1900s | 153 | |
| 1910s | 1,395 | |
| 1920s ★ | 2,211 | |
| 1930s | 1,539 | |
| 1940s | 1,236 | |
| 1950s | 1,273 | |
| 1960s | 1,172 | |
| 1970s | 771 | |
| 1980s | 586 | |
| 1990s | 454 | |
| 2000s | 1,252 | |
| 2010s | 1,346 | |
| 2020s | 132 | |
What are good nicknames for Carmine?
What names sound and feel like Carmine?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Carmine also consider these
How is Carmine written in other languages?
Gender variants of Carmine
Common questions about the name Carmine
What does the name Carmine mean?
Carmine means "derived from 'Carmelo', meaning 'garden' or 'orchard'." — a name rooted in Italian tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Carmine?
Carmine is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Carmine have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Carmine?
Carmine originates from Italian tradition. Italian names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
What sibling names go well with Carmine?
Carmine pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Italian heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Is Carmine trending right now?
Carmine is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.