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Carmen

female

Meaning

"Song"

Carmen derives from Latin for song and is prominent in Spanish tradition, including devotional use and literary influence.

Popularity History of Carmen

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#416Top 500

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Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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#416

Carmen was nationally ranked in 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year
+18

better than 2023

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, latest release 2024. Names used fewer than 5 times in a given year are not ranked.

Carmen Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Carmen.

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Baby Name Lists That Include Carmen

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Quick Facts

OriginLatin, Spanish
Syllables2
Length6 letters

Sibling Ideas