Holding steady.
Popularity of Carmino since 1914
Babies named Carmino per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 74 |
| 1920s | 88 |
| 1930s | 18 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Carmino is a rare Italian and Spanish name with a musical meaning, derived from the Latin 'carmen' for song or poem. Its first recorded use in the U.S. dates to 1914, with a peak in 1917, after which it fell into obscurity. The name has never appeared in national rankings, reflecting its rarity. In the 1910s, when Carmino saw its brief moment of use, it was part of a broader trend of Italian immigrant names entering American birth records. Today, it remains a distinctive choice for families seeking a name with Old World charm and a melodic quality. The trajectory of Carmino has been stable since the mid-20th century, with only occasional births.
Carmino is a masculine given name, often considered a variant or diminutive of Carmine. Carmine derives from the Latin 'carmen' (song, poem, prophecy), also associated with the Hebrew Karmel (garden) via the Carmelite order. The name has been used in Italy and Spain, occasionally in the United States among families of Italian or Hispanic heritage. Its usage peaked modestly in the 1910s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Carlo, Mino, Carmi
Sibling names for Carmino
Names that share Carmino's style, for a brother or sister.
