Holding steady, #13,208 for girls today.
Popularity of Carmin since 1913
Babies named Carmin per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1910s | 0 | 22 |
| 1920s | 0 | 55 |
| 1930s | 0 | 22 |
| 1940s | 6 | 5 |
| 1950s | 23 | 20 |
| 1960s | 110 | 5 |
| 1970s | 143 | 0 |
| 1980s | 183 | 0 |
| 1990s | 101 | 0 |
| 2000s | 149 | 0 |
| 2010s | 100 | 0 |
| 2020s | 49 | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Carmin is a rare American given name first recorded in 1940. Its peak year was 1986, though even then it was uncommon. In 2025 it ranked 13,208, with roughly 1 in 267,878 newborns receiving the name. The name's trajectory has been stable, never experiencing a surge. Despite its rarity, Carmin fits within a cluster of melodic 'car-' names like Carmen and Carly. Its slightly feminine sound and modern feel make it a distinctive choice for parents seeking an uncommon name without invented spelling. The lack of a clear etymology adds to its mysterious appeal, allowing it to be a blank canvas for personal meaning.
Carmin is a modern English name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1940. It may be a respelling of Carmen, a Spanish name meaning 'garden' or 'song', or Carmine, the Italian form. Alternatively, it could be an invented name blending the 'car-' sound with the popular '-in' suffix. Its usage has remained rare and stable.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Cari, Carm, Minnie
Sibling names for Carmin
Names that share Carmin's style, for a brother or sister.
