Carmine

Meaning of Carmine

This name refers to a vivid red color, like that of a deep crimson dye. It's like calling someone 'Red' but in a more sophisticated way.

Carmine has Italian roots — browse every Italian baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Carmine

After ranking as high as #789 in 2006, Carmine has fallen out of the US top 1,000 as of 2025.

Notable people named Carmine

• Carmine Carpenito
  Mafia boss, crime figure
• Carmine Appice
  Rock drummer, musician
• Carmine Infantino
  Comic book artist, editor
• Carmine Ragusa
  Professional wrestler, actor
• Carmine Gotti Agnello
  Son of John Gotti

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Questions about the name Carmine

What does the name Carmine mean?

Carmine means this name refers to a vivid red color, like that of a deep crimson dye. it's like calling someone 'red' but in a more sophisticated way, and it comes from Italian origins.

Is Carmine a boy's or a girl's name?

Carmine is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Carmine?

Carmine did not appear in the top 1,000 baby names in 2025, which makes it a genuinely uncommon pick.

When was Carmine most popular?

Carmine peaked at #789 in 2006.