Carma Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Carma is a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'garden' or 'orchard.' It evolved from the Hebrew 'Karmel' and has seen usage in English since the 20th century. The name carries connotations of growth and fertility, with no direct biblical relevance. It is viewed positively in contemporary society, associated with nature and tranquility, and has variants such as Carmen and Carmel.
The name Carma is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Carma has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Carma' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1472nd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 962nd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1313th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2197th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6620th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5283rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6287th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Carma' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Carma"
Pronunciation
/ˈkɑːrmə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Carma is derived from the Hebrew word 'karmel,' which means 'garden' or 'orchard.' It is often associated with fertility and growth.
Meaning
garden, orchard
Language Evolution
Karmel (Hebrew), Carma (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in English-speaking countries during the 20th century, often as a feminine given name.
Variants & Derivatives
Carmen, Carmel, Karma
Modern Popularity & Image
Carma is viewed as a unique and modern name, often associated with nature and tranquility.
Famous People
Carma Hinton, a filmmaker and educator, Carma McGowan, a notable artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Carma"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Carma"
"Carma" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1472nd of 9107 | 516 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 962nd of 9204 | 1,057 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1313th of 12526 | 1,174 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2197th of 19264 | 606 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6620th of 27321 | 185 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5283rd of 35406 | 384 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 6287th of 30306 | 232 |
Regional Popularity of "Carma" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Carma" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
86.51% 1225th/1416 |
- |
80.39% 1902nd/2366 |
41.77% 477th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
66.30% 1025th/1546 |
- |
63.62% 1497th/2353 |
26.89% 416th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
49.35% 1099th/2227 |
- |
71.57% 2042nd/2853 |
35.17% 976th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
71.50% 2100th/2937 |
- |
100.00% 3518th/3518 |
74.26% 3003rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
94.98% 4352nd/4582 |
- |
100.00% 7313th/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 6276th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Carma"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Carma" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.