In the U.S. in 2015, it ranked 6,368 in baby name popularity for girls with 20 occurrences. Less than 5 boys were given the name. In contrast, the year before it ranked 7,213 in baby name popularity for girls with 17 occurrences. Less than 5 boys were given the name.
For other places with similar names, see Carmel. Carmel-by-the-Sea, often simply referred to as Carmel, is a city in Monterey County, California, United States, founded in 1902 and incorporated on October 31, 1916. Situated on the Monterey Peninsula, Carmel is known for its natural scenery and rich artistic history.
The City of Monterey in Monterey County is located on the southern edge of Monterey Bay, on Central California 's Pacific coast.It stands at an elevation of 26 feet (8 m) above sea level, on a land area of 8.466 sq mi (21.927 kmÂ²). The 2010 census recorded a population of 27,810.mong Monterey's notable present-day attractions are the Monterey Bay Aquarium, Cannery Row, Fisherman's Wharf and the annual Monterey Jazz Festival.