Carmelo
Meaning of Carmelo
Carmelo is a male name with a rich history and international appeal. The pronunciation of Carmelo varies slightly depending on the language. In American English, it is pronounced as kar-MEL-oh (/kɑrˌmɛl.oʊ/), while in Spanish, it is pronounced as kar-MEH-loh (/karˌmelo/). This name also has a variation called Carmelito.
Looking at the data for newborns in the United States of America, we can see that Carmelo has been a moderately popular choice over the years. It reached its peak in 2013 with 514 occurrences and ranked 516th in popularity. Since then, it has remained relatively steady, maintaining an average ranking within the top 700 names for boys.
With its cross-cultural appeal and timeless sound, Carmelo is an excellent choice for parents who are looking for a unique yet meaningful name for their baby boy.
Pronunciation
Spanish
- Pronunced as kar-MEH-loh (/karˌmelo/)
American English
- Pronunced as kar-MEL-oh (/kɑrˌmɛl.oʊ/)
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Notable People Named Carmelo
| Carmelo Kyam Anthony is a retired American professional basketball player known for his 19 seasons in the NBA, ten All-Star selections, and being named one of the greatest scorers in NBA history. |
| Carmelo Arden Quin was a pioneering Uruguayan artist known for co-founding the Madí movement and his dedication to innovation in painting and poetry. |
| Carmelo Gómez Celada is a renowned Spanish actor who has received two Goya Awards and is well-known for his work in 1990s Spanish cinema. |
| Carmelo González - Carmelo José González Jiménez, also known as Carmelo, is a Spanish footballer recognized for his role as an attacking midfielder. |
| Carmelo Alonso Bernaola was a prominent Spanish composer and clarinetist known for his influential contributions to the Spanish music scene in the latter half of the 20th century. |
| Carmelo Ríos Santiago - Carmelo Javier Ríos Santiago is a Puerto Rican politician, lawyer, and senator serving in the Senate of Puerto Rico since 2005. |
| Carmelo Martínez Salgado is a former professional baseball player known for his time with the Chicago Cubs and his versatility as a first baseman and outfielder. |
| Carmelo Ríos Figueroa was a Puerto Rican long-distance runner who represented his country in the men's 3000m steeplechase at the 1984 Summer Olympics and achieved a personal best of 8:28.89 in the event on June 17, 1983 in Indianapolis, Indiana. |
| Carmelo Barbaro is an Italian criminal associated with the 'Ndrangheta, a criminal organization in Calabria, who was a fugitive for several years before being arrested in 2009. |
| Carmelo Barbieri was an Italian-born Canadian soccer player who earned one cap for the national team in 1974. |
