Carmody
“son of the servant of God”
Irish origin · Unisex name
#1923US 2023
10Births / yr
→Stable
Top 1.4%Percentile
What does Carmody mean and where does it come from?
Carmody is derived from the Gaelic surname O'Cearmhaidhe, meaning 'descendant of Cearmhaidhe', with Cearmhaidhe meaning 'servant of God'.
Cultural significance
Carmody is primarily recognized as a surname in Ireland, but it has been adopted as a given name in various contexts.
Peak popularity
Reached #1923 in 2015 — currently #1923 in the US.
How else can you spell Carmody?
Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive
What middle names flow best with Carmody?
Carmody works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Carmody Jack
One syllable · timeless choice
Carmody John
One syllable · timeless choice
Carmody Miles
One syllable · vintage charm
Carmody Leah
One syllable · timeless choice
Carmody Brooks
One syllable · timeless choice
Carmody Gael
One syllable · timeless choice
How popular is Carmody right now?
Holding steady — currently #1923 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
Carmody is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.
What are good nicknames for Carmody?
Common
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Famous people named Carmody
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Carmody O'Connor
An Irish-American artist known for his contemporary paintings.
What names sound and feel like Carmody?
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Common questions about the name Carmody
What does the name Carmody mean?
Carmody means "son of the servant of God" — a name rooted in Irish 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 Carmody?
Carmody is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Carmody?
Carmody originates from Irish tradition. Irish 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 Carmody?
Carmody pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Latin heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Is Carmody more of a girl or boy name?
Carmody is a genuinely unisex name used for both boys and girls. The unisex quality makes it particularly versatile for modern families.
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