Holding steady.
Popularity of Carmeron since 1982
Babies named Carmeron per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 62 |
| 1990s | 68 |
| 2000s | 36 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Carmeron is an uncommon modern respelling of the well-established Scottish name Cameron. It first entered U.S. birth records in 1982, but has never cracked the top 1,000 names. Its peak year for usage was 1987. The name follows a stable trajectory, with very infrequent but consistent use. It has no recorded top states, indicating a scattered national appearance. The variant spelling likely draws on the appeal of the sound while offering a distinctive twist, similar to other creative respellings like Kameron or Kamron. For families seeking a name with Scottish roots but a unique spelling, Carmeron provides a rare option.
Carmeron is a modern respelling of the Scottish surname and given name Cameron. The original name derives from the Gaelic 'cam shron', meaning 'crooked nose'. It first appeared as a Scottish clan name. The spelling with 'Carmeron' emerged as a variant in the late 20th century, possibly influenced by the common vowel pattern in names like Carmen.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Cam, Cameron, Ron
Sibling names for Carmeron
Names that share Carmeron's style, for a brother or sister.
