Cammie
Cammie is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Helper to the priest; young ceremonial attendant (from Camilla).
Origin and history
Cammie is a diminutive of Camilla or Cameron, originating from Latin or Scottish roots depending on the full name. It has historically served as a friendly, diminutive first name in the United States. While less common today, it remains a recognized vintage-style nickname.
Popularity in the United States
3,946 babies in the United States have been named Cammie since 1880. It ranks #2809 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2051.
States where it is most popular
- CA (23.1 %)
- TX (19.8 %)
- LA (9.3 %)
- MI (8.1 %)
- NC (6.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 60 |
| 1890-1900 | 81 |
| 1900-1910 | 82 |
| 1910-1920 | 145 |
| 1920-1930 | 152 |
| 1930-1940 | 86 |
| 1940-1950 | 114 |
| 1950-1960 | 259 |
| 1960-1970 | 833 |
| 1970-1980 | 711 |
| 1980-1990 | 530 |
| 1990-2000 | 341 |
| 2000-2010 | 318 |
| 2010-2019 | 184 |
| 2020-2029 | 50 |
Famous people named Cammie
- Cammie King: Actress
Fun facts
- Cammie developed primarily as a short form for Camilla, Camille, or Cameron before being used independently.
- The name saw its highest U.S. usage during the mid-to-late 20th century as casual nicknames gained favor.