Camelia Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkuh-MEE-lee-uh / /kəˈmiːliə/Latin; Arabic
Meaning
Latin: 'helper'; Arabic: 'flower'
Historical & Cultural Background
Camelia is derived from the Latin word 'camellia', which refers to a genus of flowering plants named after the Jesuit priest and botanist Georg Kamel. The name has been used in various cultures, often associated with beauty and nature. In Arabic, it is linked to the meaning of a flower, symbolizing grace and elegance. The name has gained popularity in various countries, particularly in the 20th century.
Trend Summary
Camelia has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Camilia
- Kamila
International Variants
- Camélia (French)
- Kamilah (Arabic)
- Camila (Spanish)
Famous people named Camelia
Camelia Entekhabi is an Iranian-American physicist known for her work in nanotechnology.
Camelia L. is a Romanian singer-songwriter recognized for her contributions to pop music.
Camelia M. is a prominent Romanian politician who has served in various governmental roles.
Camelia T. is a noted Romanian artist celebrated for her contemporary paintings.
Fictional characters named Camelia
Camelia is a character in the animated series 'The Magic School Bus', known for her adventurous spirit.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Camelia was first seen in the United States in 1884. Camelia has ranked as high as #1080 nationally, which occurred in 1987, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Illinois, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Camelia has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Camelia (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 9 | |
| TX | 8 | |
| FL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1884 | 5 |
| 1886 | 5 |
| 1894 | 5 |
| 1898 | 7 |
| 1902 | 5 |
| 1905 | 7 |
| 1909 | 6 |
| 1913 | 6 |
| 1914 | 12 |
| 1915 | 8 |
| 1916 | 8 |
| 1917 | 15 |
| 1918 | 8 |
| 1919 | 8 |
| 1920 | 5 |
| 1921 | 6 |
| 1922 | 10 |
| 1923 | 11 |
| 1924 | 9 |
| 1925 | 8 |
| 1926 | 7 |
| 1927 | 12 |
| 1929 | 6 |
| 1930 | 11 |
| 1931 | 5 |
| 1932 | 8 |
| 1933 | 8 |
| 1934 | 5 |
| 1935 | 8 |
| 1936 | 13 |
| 1937 | 13 |
| 1938 | 9 |
| 1939 | 15 |
| 1940 | 13 |
| 1941 | 20 |
| 1942 | 14 |
| 1943 | 26 |
| 1944 | 22 |
| 1945 | 21 |
| 1946 | 13 |
| 1947 | 26 |
| 1948 | 33 |
| 1949 | 23 |
| 1950 | 30 |
| 1951 | 24 |
| 1952 | 29 |
| 1953 | 19 |
| 1954 | 37 |
| 1955 | 26 |
| 1956 | 21 |
| 1957 | 24 |
| 1958 | 24 |
| 1959 | 41 |
| 1960 | 33 |
| 1961 | 35 |
| 1962 | 33 |
| 1963 | 25 |
| 1964 | 35 |
| 1965 | 34 |
| 1966 | 32 |
| 1967 | 31 |
| 1968 | 28 |
| 1969 | 27 |
| 1970 | 24 |
| 1971 | 27 |
| 1972 | 23 |
| 1973 | 24 |
| 1974 | 23 |
| 1975 | 47 |
| 1976 | 66 |
| 1977 | 57 |
| 1978 | 28 |
| 1979 | 37 |
| 1980 | 44 |
| 1981 | 40 |
| 1982 | 41 |
| 1983 | 28 |
| 1984 | 44 |
| 1985 | 31 |
| 1986 | 33 |
| 1987 | 71 |
| 1988 | 39 |
| 1989 | 29 |
| 1990 | 32 |
| 1991 | 23 |
| 1992 | 25 |
| 1993 | 23 |
| 1994 | 28 |
| 1995 | 26 |
| 1996 | 22 |
| 1997 | 21 |
| 1998 | 23 |
| 1999 | 11 |
| 2000 | 31 |
| 2001 | 26 |
| 2002 | 25 |
| 2003 | 35 |
| 2004 | 28 |
| 2005 | 21 |
| 2006 | 15 |
| 2007 | 31 |
| 2008 | 28 |
| 2009 | 22 |
| 2010 | 22 |
| 2011 | 22 |
| 2012 | 28 |
| 2013 | 23 |
| 2014 | 46 |
| 2015 | 37 |
| 2016 | 37 |
| 2017 | 55 |
| 2018 | 38 |
| 2019 | 44 |
| 2020 | 51 |
| 2021 | 34 |
| 2022 | 53 |
| 2023 | 41 |
| 2024 | 46 |