Carmeshia
A feminine name of uncertain origin, perhaps a combination of elements meaning "love" and "song".
Name Census estimates that about 31 living Americans carry the first name Carmeshia. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Carmeshia today is around 41 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Carmeshia births was 1980 (8 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Carmeshia. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Carmeshia. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
31
~ 1 in 11,056,592 Americans
Peak year
1980
8 babies that year
Average age
41
years old
1991 SSA rank
#10,442
Tracked since 1980
Popularity
Carmeshia: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Carmeshia from the 1980s through to the 1990s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1980s, with 26 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1980s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Carmeshia by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Carmeshia during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Carmeshia
The given name Carmeshia is a relatively modern invention, likely created in the 20th century. Its origins are unclear, but it appears to be a combination of elements from various languages and cultures.
One possible source is the Latin word "carmen," which means "song" or "poem." This could suggest a connection to the arts or creative expression. Additionally, the "-shia" ending bears resemblance to names of Persian or Middle Eastern origin, such as Aliyshia or Farshia.
Despite its ambiguous roots, the name Carmeshia has been used throughout the 20th and 21st centuries, though it remains relatively uncommon. One of the earliest recorded instances is Carmeshia Lujan, an American artist and sculptor born in 1953. Her works often explored themes of identity and cultural heritage.
Another notable figure is Carmeshia Williams, a former professional basketball player from the United States, born in 1980. She played in the WNBA for several teams, including the Minnesota Lynx and the Los Angeles Sparks, and was known for her defensive prowess.
In the realm of literature, Carmeshia Blackwell is an American author and poet, born in 1975. Her works often explore themes of race, gender, and social justice, and she has been widely recognized for her contributions to contemporary African American literature.
Carmeshia Jackson, born in 1968, is an American businesswoman and entrepreneur. She founded and served as CEO of a successful technology company, gaining recognition for her leadership and innovation in the tech industry.
Finally, Carmeshia Robinson, born in 1982, is a former professional track and field athlete from the United States. She specialized in the 100-meter and 200-meter sprints and represented her country in several international competitions, including the Olympic Games.
While the name Carmeshia may be of relatively recent origin, it has been borne by individuals who have made significant contributions in various fields, showcasing the diversity and richness of its bearers.
People
Carmeshia + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Carmeshia as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with C
Other first names starting with C with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Carmeshia: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Carmeshia?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 31 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Carmeshia going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 11,056,592 US residents.
Is Carmeshia a common name?
We classify Carmeshia as "Very Rare". It ranks above 47% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 33 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Carmeshia most popular?
The single biggest year for Carmeshia was 1980, when 8 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Carmeshia is about 41 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Carmeshia in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Carmeshia a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Carmeshia in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Carmeshia still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Carmeshia in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Carmeshia can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How common is the name Carmeshia?
You can see how many people have the name Carmeshia on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — same data roots, lighter UI.