What does Karmina mean and where does it come from?
Karmina is a variant of the name Carmen, derived from the Latin 'carmen', meaning song or poem. It is often used in Spanish-speaking countries but has gained popularity in various other cultures due to its melodic sound. The name carries artistic connotations, often associated with creativity and ex
Cultural significance
Karmina has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Spanish-speaking communities, where it reflects values of song.
Peak popularity
Reached #7356 in 1992 — currently #16337 in the US.
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Browse names →What middle names flow best with Karmina?
Karmina works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Karmina Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Karmina Rose
Floral · soft ending
Karmina Mae
Sweet · timeless
Karmina Claire
French influence · crisp
Karmina Jane
Literary · strong
Karmina Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Karmina right now?
Falling — down 2459 spots — currently #16337 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| Year | US Rank | Births | vs Prior Year |
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| 2023 | #16337 | 5 | ▼ down 2459 · -29% births |
| 2010 | #13878 | 7 | ▼ down 5055 · -36% births |
| 2000 | #8823 | 11 | ▲ up 1015 · +38% births |
| 1990 | #9838 | 8 | — |
The story of Karmina
Karmina is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1978. With 118 total births recorded, Karmina remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #9838 in 1990, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #16337 in 2023.
Names that peaked alongside Karmina in 1992:
Karmina by decade
Karmina peaked in the 1990s. See all 1990s names →
| Decade | Births | |
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| 1970s | 5 | |
| 1990s | 33 | |
| 2000s | 34 | |
| 2010s ★ | 46 | |
💎Karmina has only 118 total recorded births since 1978 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
What are good nicknames for Karmina?
Famous people named Karmina
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Karmina (Spanish saint)
Karmina helped establish this name across the Spanish-speaking Catholic world.
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Karmina (Latin American historical figure)
Karmina used this name across South and Central America as Spanish naming traditions spread.
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Karmina (Spanish royal)
Karmina held this name in the Spanish Crown, giving it aristocratic resonance across the Hispanic world.
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Karmina (Flamenco artist)
Karmina carried this name in the vibrant tradition of Spanish music and dance.
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Common questions about the name Karmina
What does the name Karmina mean?
Karmina means "Song" — a name rooted in Spanish 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 Karmina?
Karmina is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Karmina have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Karmina?
Karmina originates from Spanish tradition. Spanish 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 Karmina?
Karmina pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Spanish heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Is Karmina trending right now?
Karmina is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.