TheNameDBCarmichael
MasculineMeaning
Derived from a place name in Lanarkshire, Scotland, possibly meaning 'fort of Michael' or 'Michael's fort.'
Etymology
The name comes from the Scottish place name Carmichael, which may derive from Gaelic 'caer' meaning fort combined with the personal name Michael. It was established as a surname by Norman settlers in Scotland.
About the Name Carmichael
Carmichael is primarily a Scottish surname occasionally used as a given name, particularly in Scottish and Scottish-American families. It has strong historical roots in Scottish nobility and carries significant cultural heritage.