Carnella
Carnella is a girl baby name. Ranked #67,875 in the US, popular nicknames include Car, Cay, and Carie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Carnella first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 53 babies have been named Carnella in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Carnella is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #67,875 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #67,875
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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About the Name Carnella
Carnella is a girl name .
Carnella is currently ranked #67,875 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Carnella include Car, Cay, Carie, and Carnie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis