Vineyard of God
A modern phonetic variant of the Spanish name Carmelo, which is derived from the Hebrew name Karmel. It refers to Mount Carmel in Israel, a site significant in the Old Testament for its lush vegetation and association with the prophet Elijah. The 'K' spelling gives the name a contemporary, stylized edge compared to its traditional counterpart.
Less common today
Karmelo isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,486 in 2021.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
NBA All-Star basketball player (often spelled Carmelo, but variant is associated with his brand)