Karmel
Girl nameKarmel has been given to 158 babies in the U.S. since 1955. It peaked in 1966.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
158
Peak year
1966 (10 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1955
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
87% girls / 13% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Karmel — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Karmel.
Sibling name ideas for Karmel
Same era and popularity as Karmel, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Karmel?
Karmel has been given to 158 babies in the U.S. since 1955. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Karmel peak?
Karmel peaked in 1966, when 10 babies were given the name.
Is Karmel a girl or boy name?
Karmel is primarily a girl name (87% of babies named Karmel are girls).
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