Camila
Camila is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Young ceremonial attendant or noble helper.
Origin and history
Camila is a female given name of Latin origin, historically derived from the Roman term 'camillus', referring to a young ceremonial attendant. The name has seen immense growth in the United States over recent decades, becoming a staple in the top 20 most popular girls' names. Its cross-cultural appeal spans Latin America, Spain, and English-speaking countries.
Popularity in the United States
123,854 babies in the United States have been named Camila since 1880. It ranks #320 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #12.
States where it is most popular
- CA (26.9 %)
- TX (20.8 %)
- FL (7.2 %)
- NY (4.9 %)
- IL (4.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 29 |
| 1920-1930 | 54 |
| 1930-1940 | 16 |
| 1940-1950 | 22 |
| 1950-1960 | 60 |
| 1960-1970 | 114 |
| 1970-1980 | 163 |
| 1980-1990 | 333 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,602 |
| 2000-2010 | 17,566 |
| 2010-2019 | 57,896 |
| 2020-2029 | 45,999 |
Famous people named Camila
- Camila Cabello: Singer, Songwriter
- Camila Mendes: Actress
- Camila Alves: Model, Designer
Nicknames
Cami, Mila
Fun facts
- In ancient Rome, 'camillus' referred to a youth who assisted priests during sacred rituals.
- Camila entered the top 20 U.S. female names in recent years, demonstrating remarkable growth in contemporary usage.