Camille
Camille is a girl's name of French origin.
Meaning
Attendant or acolyte in a religious ritual.
Origin and history
Camille is a classic name of French origin that derives from the Latin cognomen Camillus, referring to a young ceremonial attendant. Long popular in French-speaking regions, it has maintained a steady, classic presence in the United States for over a century. It offers a sophisticated and timeless choice for modern parents.
Popularity in the United States
75,722 babies in the United States have been named Camille since 1880. It ranks #456 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #248.
States where it is most popular
- CA (13.9 %)
- NY (11.8 %)
- TX (7.7 %)
- IL (5.2 %)
- LA (4.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 126 |
| 1890-1900 | 297 |
| 1900-1910 | 473 |
| 1910-1920 | 1,320 |
| 1920-1930 | 1,609 |
| 1930-1940 | 2,091 |
| 1940-1950 | 4,526 |
| 1950-1960 | 4,884 |
| 1960-1970 | 5,245 |
| 1970-1980 | 5,672 |
| 1980-1990 | 6,974 |
| 1990-2000 | 10,455 |
| 2000-2010 | 11,756 |
| 2010-2019 | 12,931 |
| 2020-2029 | 7,363 |
Famous people named Camille
- Camille Saint-Saëns: composer, pianist
- Camille Claudel: sculptor, artist
- Camille Grammer: television personality, dancer
Nicknames
Cami, Cam, Millie
Fun facts
- The ancient Roman name Camillus referred to a youth appointed to assist in sacred rituals.
- The name gained widespread cultural recognition through Alexandre Dumas fils' famous 1848 novel 'La Dame aux Camélias', often translated as Camille.
- Although predominantly given to females in the U.S., Camille remains a widely used masculine name in France.