Carmine

“derived from 'Carmelo', meaning 'garden' or 'orchard'.” — Associated with the biblical Mount Carmel

Italian origin · Unisex name

♂ 96% boys♀ 4% girls

#1281US 2023

150Births / yr

→Stable

13.5kAll-time births

📅 Since 190700

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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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

How popular is Carmine right now?

Holding steady — currently #1281 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1915–2023#1281 · Top 0.95%

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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	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Carmine

Best Year2022Rank #1276

Peak Count151

Average Rank#3540

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1915 - 202313 years

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:

Mary Helen Margaret Anna Ruth

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?

Common

CarCaIne

What names sound and feel like Carmine?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Carmine also consider these

Cardine

English · Of the heart

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Armine

Armenia · unharmed, tranquil

Charmine

French · Porteuse de charme

Catrine

Latin · A Latin name

Karmine

English · A beloved name

How is Carmine written in other languages?

Gender variants of Carmine

Carme CATALAN Karmela CROATIAN Karmen CROATIAN Carmel ENGLISH Carmella ENGLISH Carmen ENGLISH Carme GALICIAN Carmela ITALIAN Carmen ITALIAN Carmina ITALIAN Carmel JEWISH Carmen ROMANIAN Karmen SLOVENE Carmela SPANISH Carmelita SPANISH Carmen SPANISH Carmina SPANISH

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.