Carma
2 syllables
♀ Female ◎ Modern American ◈ 2 syllables ✦ US Top 100
"Karma; fate or destiny."

From Modern American

The name Carma is a variant of the name Karma, which is derived from the Sanskrit word karman, meaning action or deed. Read more about the origin of this name below ↓

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Carma at a glance
MeaningKarma; fate or destiny.
OriginModern American
GenderFemale
Syllables2
NumerologyLife Path 9
US Rank#14
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Origin & history of Carma
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Modern American roots
The name Carma is a variant of the name Karma, which is derived from the Sanskrit word karman, meaning action or deed. In Hinduism and Buddhism, karma refers to the belief that the actions of an individual have consequences, and that the universe seeks balance and justice through the distribution of positive and negative experiences. The name Carma has been used in various cultures, including African, Native American, and Latin American cultures, and has been associated with different meanings and connotations. In African cultures, Carma is sometimes used as a shortened form of the name Carmen, which means garden or orchard. In Native American cultures, Carma is sometimes used as a name for girls, and is associated with the idea of life or living. In Latin American cultures, Carma is sometimes used as a name for both boys and girls, and is associated with the idea of charm or magic. The name Carma has been used in various forms of media, including literature, film, and music. For example, Carma is the name of a character in the novel The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao by Junot Díaz, and is also the name of a song by the band The Black Keys. The name Carma has been associated with various personality traits, including creativity, passion, and determination. People with the name Carma are often seen as confident, charismatic, and independent. The name Carma has been popularized by various celebrities, including actresses Carma Sharon and Carma Woodstock, and musician Carma J. The name Carma has been used in various forms of spirituality and mysticism, and is sometimes associated with the idea of spiritual growth and enlightenment. I hope these facts are helpful and interesting! Let me know if you have any other questions.
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Root name
The root form of Carma is Carma — meaning Karma; fate or destiny..
3
Modern usage
Carma remains a beloved choice, ranking #14 in the US. Timeless appeal across cultures and generations.
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How popular is Carma?
14 avg. per year
Average US registrations in the last 10 years
Approximately 14 babies were named Carma each year in the United States over the last decade. That puts it among the most popular names — a timeless classic.
140 Total US registrations
last 10 years
2 Syllables
9 Numerology
life path
Popularity in the US Very popular
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Numerology of Carma
9
Life path number
The Humanitarian
Compassion, wisdom and humanitarianism.
🌍Humanitarian
🎨Creative
🌟Wise
💝Loving
C3
A1
R9
M4
A1
Sum: 18 → Life path 9
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Personality of Carma
🌍
Compassionate soul
They carry the weight of the world with grace.
🎨
Richly creative
Deep feeling translates into deep art.
🌟
Old soul wisdom
They've always seemed wiser than their years.
💝
Unconditional love
Their love is vast and forgiving.
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