Carma
KAR-mah
Carma is a girl’s name of Hindi origin, meaning “A modern invented name, potentially derived from 'karma', referring to the principle of cause and effect in Eastern religions.”. It currently ranks #11277 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1961.
What Carma Means
“A modern invented name, potentially derived from 'karma', referring to the principle of cause and effect in Eastern religions.”
The Story of Carma
This name carries the ancient echo of cause and effect, a cosmic whisper that your child's arrival is a moment of profound consequence.
Carma is a modern invention, likely a feminized form of the Hindi concept 'karma,' which translates to 'deed' or 'action.' This principle, central to Eastern religions like Hinduism and Buddhism, posits that every action has a consequence, shaping one's destiny. The name gained some traction in the mid-20th century.
When you trace the name 'Carma' onto a baby's hospital bracelet, you might feel a sense of inherent balance. This is a name for a child you sense will have a natural understanding of fairness, someone who will learn that kindness returned is the most potent reward. You will watch her navigate her world with a quiet wisdom, her actions rippling outward.
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Numerology
The Achiever
Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#76 in 1961
Total Births
4,159
First Recorded
1897
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