Camilo
Camilo is a boy's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
A youth serving in a sacred ceremony; attendant.
Origin and history
Camilo is a male name of Latin origin, historically derived from the Roman cognomen Camillus, denoting a young attendant in sacred rituals. It has long been popular across Spanish and Portuguese-speaking countries and has seen rising usage in the United States in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
9,058 babies in the United States have been named Camilo since 1880. It ranks #1266 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #553.
States where it is most popular
- CA (26.9 %)
- TX (23.4 %)
- FL (13.9 %)
- NY (9.4 %)
- NJ (4.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 5 |
| 1910-1920 | 75 |
| 1920-1930 | 164 |
| 1930-1940 | 134 |
| 1940-1950 | 141 |
| 1950-1960 | 170 |
| 1960-1970 | 199 |
| 1970-1980 | 297 |
| 1980-1990 | 504 |
| 1990-2000 | 687 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,410 |
| 2010-2019 | 2,179 |
| 2020-2029 | 3,093 |
Famous people named Camilo
- Camilo Cienfuegos: Revolutionary leader
- Camilo Echeverry: Singer, Songwriter
- Camilo Villegas: Golfer
Nicknames
Cami, Milo
Fun facts
- The Roman cognomen Camillus originally designated noble youths who assisted priests during sacred sacrifices.
- Colombian singer Camilo Echeverry, known mononymously as Camilo, boosted global recognition of the name.