US Popularity Rank: 830

Origin: Italian

Meaning: Garden; Orchard; Vineyard of God; Song, incantation

There's no shortage of famous Carmens in the world, from Carmen Sandiego to Carmen Electra, but the most well-known of them all is the tragic heroine of Georges Bizet's opera Carmen. Considered by many to be a masterpiece, it's perfect for recognizing how priceless baby is to you. This gender-neutral Spanish name comes from the Latin word carmel, which means "garden" or "orchard," and the Hebrew word karmél meaning "vineyard of God." This can easily connect baby to the beauty of nature. Carmen may also come from the Latin word canere and can translate to "song" or "incantation." For a name that encourages baby to find their voice, Carmen can make for a melodic choice.