Carmina
kar-MEE-nah
Carmina is a girl’s name of Latin origin, meaning “Carmina is of Latin origin, derived from 'carmen', meaning 'song' or 'poem'. It also has associations with Mount Carmel.”. It currently ranks #9026 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1994.
What Carmina Means
“Carmina is of Latin origin, derived from 'carmen', meaning 'song' or 'poem'. It also has associations with Mount Carmel.”
The Story of Carmina
A name echoing ancient Latin songs and artistic grace, could this be the melody you’ve been waiting to bestow upon your daughter?
Carmina derives from the Latin word 'carmen,' meaning 'song' or 'poem.' This poetic origin evokes a rich artistic heritage. While also sometimes associated with Mount Carmel, its primary essence lies in the beauty of spoken word and melody, a name that has graced centuries with its lyrical quality.
There's a musicality to 'Carmina' that feels both enchanting and deeply personal. You can imagine the sound of this name, like a gentle poem unfolding, filling your home. Writing 'Carmina' on a birth announcement feels like inscribing a promise of artistic sensibility and a life rich with expression, a song waiting to be sung.
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Numerology
The Idealist
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Famous Namesakes
Carmina Villarroel
Filipina actress, television host, and endorser.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#38 in 1994
Total Births
1,312
First Recorded
1914
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