Holding steady.
Popularity of Carmon since 1898
Babies named Carmon per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1890s | 0 | 5 |
| 1900s | 23 | 5 |
| 1910s | 140 | 196 |
| 1920s | 142 | 298 |
| 1930s | 97 | 206 |
| 1940s | 89 | 167 |
| 1950s | 118 | 128 |
| 1960s | 296 | 97 |
| 1970s | 297 | 72 |
| 1980s | 171 | 37 |
| 1990s | 81 | 16 |
| 2000s | 87 | 18 |
| 2010s | 45 | 5 |
| 2020s | 0 | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Carmon is a rare spelling variant of Carmen, a name with enduring biblical and Marian associations. While Carmen itself has enjoyed steady popularity, Carmon has remained a far less common alternative. Its peak came in 1968, when it ranked #3,862 nationally, placing it among the more obscure names of that era. Usage has been stable but very low since the 1960s, never breaking into the top 1,000. The name has no strong geographic concentration, as it was spread thinly across states. For parents seeking a familiar sound with a slightly different look, Carmon offers a subtle twist on a classic.
Carmon is a variant of Carmen, itself derived from the Hebrew Karmel, referring to Mount Carmel in Israel. The name came into use in English-speaking countries via Spanish, where Carmen originated as a title of the Virgin Mary (Our Lady of Mount Carmel). Carmon emerged as a less common spelling variant, particularly in the mid-20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Cari, Cammie
Sibling names for Carmon
Names that share Carmon's style, for a brother or sister.
