US Popularity:23459
Origin:Scottish
Meaning:Fort of Michael
With a name like Carmichael, you can trust baby to hold down the fort! With Scottish origins, Carmichael is a traditionally masculine name, often seen as a surname. The moniker is considered to be a habitational name with the definition of “fort of Michael,” deriving from the Old English word caer, meaning “fort.” This surname-turned-first name is sure to connect baby to their heritage and also foster a sense of dependability and strength in them. Some famous namesakes include Susie Carmichael from Rugrats, Downton Abbey actress Laura Carmichael, and Maroon 5 keyboardist Jesse Carmichael.

Carmichael Name Popularity Data

U.S. Births

Overall:Carmichael is currently #23459 in U.S. births
Boy:Carmichael is currently #7389 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2022
#23459
in 2022
+ 2921
from 2021
In comparison to the previous year's data
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