Camryn
Camryn is a boy's name of Celtic origin.
Meaning
Crooked nose or crooked stream.
Origin and history
Camryn is a modern spelling variant of the Scottish surname and given name Cameron. While more commonly chosen for girls in recent decades, it maintains steady usage as a masculine name in the United States. Etymologically, it traces back to Gaelic roots referring to a river or facial landmark.
Popularity in the United States
4,698 babies in the United States have been named Camryn since 1880. It ranks #1802 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1378.
States where it is most popular
- TX (10.5 %)
- NY (9.5 %)
- FL (8 %)
- OH (6.5 %)
- PA (6.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 13 |
| 1990-2000 | 428 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,765 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,928 |
| 2020-2029 | 564 |
Famous people named Camryn
- Camryn Manheim: Actress
- Camryn Grimes: Actress
- Camryn Rogers: Athlete
Nicknames
Cam, Camy
Fun facts
- Camryn emerged in the late 20th century as a modern phonetic variation of Cameron.
- Although frequently given to girls, Camryn has consistently maintained a presence for boys in U.S. birth records.