Karmela
Karmela is a girl baby name. Ranked #10,162 in the US, popular nicknames include Kar, Kay, and Karie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Karmela first appeared in US Social Security records in 1965.
Over 211 babies have been named Karmela in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Karmela is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #10,162 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #10,162
- Total SSA Count
- 11
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Karmela
Karmela is a girl name .
Karmela is currently ranked #10,162 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Karmela include Kar, Kay, Karie, and Karmie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Karmela include Karma, Karmen, Karmyn . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis