In the U.S. in 2015, it ranked 6,368 in baby name popularity for girls with 20 occurrences. Less than 5 boys were given the name. In contrast, the year before it ranked 7,213 in baby name popularity for girls with 17 occurrences. Less than 5 boys were given the name.
For other places with similar names, see Carmel. Carmel-by-the-Sea, often simply referred to as Carmel, is a city in Monterey County, California, United States, founded in 1902 and incorporated on October 31, 1916. Situated on the Monterey Peninsula, Carmel is known for its natural scenery and rich artistic history.
For the northern Californian wine region, see Carmel Valley AVA. Carmel Valley is an affluent car-dependent suburban planned community in the north-western corner of San Diego, California, USA. The community is composed of commercial offices, residential units, hotels, and retail stores and restaurants.