| Meaning | garden, orchard | 
| Origin | Hebrew, Latin | 
| Gender | Girl | 
| Popularity | Moderate | 
| Length | 6 | 
| Syllables | 2 | 
| Syllabification | Kar-men | 
Bold and distinctive, Karmen presents an alternative spelling to the more common Carmen that gives this name a unique edge. The choice of "K" instead of "C" immediately sets it apart, suggesting parents who aren't afraid to do things their own way. This name carries a confident, artistic vibe that hints at creativity and self-expression. Karmen has a certain strength to it—there's nothing delicate or overly sweet about this choice. It's a name for a girl who might grow up to be a leader, someone who makes her own path rather than following others. The two syllables keep it punchy and memorable without being complicated. Karmen works across various cultural contexts, making it versatile for modern, diverse families. The name avoids the cutesy factor that some parents prefer to steer clear of when choosing names. It ages remarkably well, sounding just as appropriate for a toddler as it does for a corporate executive. The "men" ending gives it substance and gravitas that softer-ending names sometimes lack. For parents wanting something recognizable yet refreshingly different, Karmen delivers on both fronts with style and confidence.
| Kar | 
| Kari | 
| Mena | 
| Menny | 
| Karm | 
    | Karmen Pedaru | Estonian model | 
| Karmen Karma | American adult film actress | 
| Karmen Stavec | Slovenian singer | 
| Karmen Bennett | Australian netball player | 
| Karmen Margeta | Croatian handball player | 
| Karmen Lee | Malaysian actress | 
| Karmen Obrdalj | Bosnian judoka | 
| Karmen Špiljak | Croatian water polo player | 
| Karmen Michels | Belgian field hockey player | 
| Karmen Jelinčić | Croatian swimmer | 
| Karmen Pérez González | Spanish basketball player | 
| Karmen Franinović | Croatian sailor | 
| Karmen Polanc | Slovenian cross-country skier | 
| Karmen Strahonja | Croatian volleyball player | 
| Karmen Hajdari | Albanian footballer | 
| Karmen Fila | Croatian basketball player | 
| Karmen Matković | Croatian triathlete | 
| Karmen Berentsen | Dutch field hockey player | 
| Karmen Kovarik | Croatian ski jumper | 
| Karmen Perko | Slovenian snowboarder | 
| Karmen Rodriguez | character from a romance novel | 
| Karmen Davis | protagonist of a fantasy adventure series | 
| Karmen Walker | detective in a crime thriller series | 
| Karmen Johnson | a charismatic character in a drama movie | 
| Karmen Smith | main character of a science fiction novel | 
| Karmen Williams | a talented musician in a coming-of-age story | 
| Karmen Wright | lead character in a psychological thriller | 
| Karmen Roberts | magical being in a fantasy novel | 
| Karmen Martinelli | a strong-willed woman in a historical fiction book | 
| Karmen Phillips | heroine of a dystopian novel | 
| Karmen Anderson | character in a supernatural romance series | 
| Karmen Reed | a wise mentor figure in a fantasy story | 
| Karmen Turner | character in a suspenseful mystery novel | 
| Karmen Evans | adventurous explorer in a young adult novel | 
| Karmen Sanchez | a fearless warrior in a fantasy epic | 
| Karmen Clark | a time-traveling protagonist in a sci-fi adventure | 
| Karmen Patel | character in a contemporary fiction story | 
| Karmen Foster | quirky and comedic character in a comedy movie | 
| Karmen Howard | a talented artist in a drama series | 
| Karmen Taylor | lead character in a romantic comedy |