n.

Carmen

Feminine #778 in 2024
Total births
158,841
Peak year
1961
Rank 2024
#778
Years on record
144
Births per year, 1881–2024 · peak 2,622 in 1961
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About the name Carmen

Carmen ranked #778 among U.S. baby names in 2024. Since 1881, 158,841 babies have been named Carmen, peaking in 1961 with 2,622 births. The 1960s were its biggest decade, with 24,532 births. Its popularity has held steady in recent years. It is predominantly a girls' name.

How popular is the name Carmen?
Carmen ranked #778 among U.S. baby names in 2024, with 158,841 babies given the name since 1881.
When did the name Carmen peak?
Carmen peaked in 1961, when 2,622 babies were given the name.
Is Carmen a girl's or boy's name?
Carmen is predominantly given to girls in the United States.

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