A 1920s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Carmelina since 1910
Babies named Carmelina per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 151 |
| 1920s | 287 |
| 1930s | 120 |
| 1940s | 43 |
| 1950s | 78 |
| 1960s | 153 |
| 1970s | 137 |
| 1980s | 107 |
| 1990s | 70 |
| 2000s | 103 |
| 2010s | 143 |
| 2020s | 102 |
Meaning & origin
Carmelina was first recorded in U.S. data in 1910, with its peak popularity in 1926 when it ranked highest. After a long decline, it has been rising in use since 1995, reflecting a wider revival of vintage Italian names. In 2025, it ranked 5,554, given to roughly 1 in 73,058 girls. Although its top states are not specified, it likely sees stronger usage in areas with Italian American heritage. The name carries a soft, romantic sound and a strong religious connection to Mount Carmel.
Carmelina is a feminine Italian and Spanish diminutive of Carmela, itself derived from the Hebrew 'Karmel' (vineyard, garden) referring to Mount Carmel in Israel. The name has been used in Catholic contexts in honor of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, whose feast day is July 16. It has been borne in Italy and Spanish-speaking countries since at least the 19th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lina, Melina, Carmi, Carma
Variants: Carmelita
Sibling names for Carmelina
Names that share Carmelina's style, for a brother or sister.
