Carmelite, of Latin origin, means 'garden' or 'enclosed place'. It is often associated with Mount Carmel, a location sacred to both Christians and Muslims. Historically, the name has been used by members of the Carmelite Order, a Roman Catholic religious order founded on Mount Carmel in the Middle East around the 12th century. The name also has connections to the Carmelite Sisters, an order of nuns who trace their origins back to the same region.
"The name Carmelite saw its peak popularity around the early 20th century, with a noticeable spike in births occurring between 1913 and 1920, after which it began to decline steadily."