Cameron Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAM-uh-ron / /ˈkæm.ər.ən/Scottish; Gaelic
Meaning
Scottish: crooked nose; Gaelic: from the crooked river
Historical & Cultural Background
Cameron is a name of Scottish origin, derived from the Gaelic term 'cam shrón,' meaning 'crooked nose.' It has been used as both a surname and a given name. The name gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. It is often associated with strength and resilience.
Trend Summary
Cameron has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., peaking in the late 1990s and early 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Cam
- Cammie
International Variants
- Cameron (English)
- Cameron (Scottish)
Famous people named Cameron
Cameron Diaz is an American actress known for her roles in films such as 'There's Something About Mary' and 'Charlie's Angels.'.
Cameron Crowe is an American filmmaker recognized for directing movies like 'Almost Famous' and 'Jerry Maguire.'.
Cameron Boyce was an American actor celebrated for his performances in Disney Channel productions.
Cameron Smith is an Australian professional golfer who has won multiple tournaments on the PGA Tour.
Fictional characters named Cameron
Cameron Frye is a character in the film 'Ferris Bueller's Day Off,' known for being Ferris's best friend.
Cameron Tucker is a character in the television series 'Modern Family,' portrayed as a humorous and dramatic father.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Cameron was first seen in the United States in 1882. Cameron has ranked as high as #47 nationally, which occurred in 2000, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, Ohio, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Cameron has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Cameron (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
NY | 367 | |
CA | 362 | |
PA | 310 | |
TX | 289 | |
FL | 270 | |
IL | 220 | |
OH | 217 | |
MA | 203 | |
NC | 179 | |
MI | 166 | |
VA | 148 | |
GA | 139 | |
CT | 130 | |
WI | 111 | |
MD | 108 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1882 | 6 |
1883 | 6 |
1884 | 7 |
1885 | 5 |
1888 | 6 |
1890 | 5 |
1892 | 5 |
1893 | 5 |
1894 | 5 |
1895 | 7 |
1896 | 7 |
1900 | 9 |
1902 | 6 |
1905 | 5 |
1906 | 7 |
1907 | 8 |
1908 | 8 |
1909 | 6 |
1910 | 8 |
1911 | 15 |
1912 | 24 |
1913 | 10 |
1914 | 27 |
1915 | 35 |
1916 | 46 |
1917 | 42 |
1918 | 41 |
1919 | 28 |
1920 | 77 |
1921 | 61 |
1922 | 55 |
1923 | 54 |
1924 | 53 |
1925 | 37 |
1926 | 69 |
1927 | 43 |
1928 | 39 |
1929 | 42 |
1930 | 47 |
1931 | 44 |
1932 | 42 |
1933 | 32 |
1934 | 42 |
1935 | 35 |
1936 | 39 |
1937 | 39 |
1938 | 24 |
1939 | 44 |
1940 | 33 |
1941 | 44 |
1942 | 51 |
1943 | 58 |
1944 | 49 |
1945 | 63 |
1946 | 61 |
1947 | 79 |
1948 | 74 |
1949 | 95 |
1950 | 88 |
1951 | 101 |
1952 | 112 |
1953 | 137 |
1954 | 173 |
1955 | 179 |
1956 | 229 |
1957 | 278 |
1958 | 262 |
1959 | 251 |
1960 | 284 |
1961 | 321 |
1962 | 494 |
1963 | 372 |
1964 | 300 |
1965 | 324 |
1966 | 318 |
1967 | 335 |
1968 | 420 |
1969 | 483 |
1970 | 505 |
1971 | 501 |
1972 | 556 |
1973 | 513 |
1974 | 652 |
1975 | 1,028 |
1976 | 1,070 |
1977 | 1,011 |
1978 | 1,075 |
1979 | 1,126 |
1980 | 1,144 |
1981 | 1,327 |
1982 | 1,466 |
1983 | 1,447 |
1984 | 1,643 |
1985 | 1,792 |
1986 | 2,049 |
1987 | 3,159 |
1988 | 4,985 |
1989 | 5,592 |
1990 | 6,664 |
1991 | 6,698 |
1992 | 7,356 |
1993 | 7,091 |
1994 | 6,838 |
1995 | 7,030 |
1996 | 7,388 |
1997 | 8,218 |
1998 | 11,416 |
1999 | 12,435 |
2000 | 12,765 |
2001 | 11,581 |
2002 | 10,339 |
2003 | 9,965 |
2004 | 8,887 |
2005 | 8,574 |
2006 | 8,856 |
2007 | 8,986 |
2008 | 8,304 |
2009 | 7,637 |
2010 | 7,199 |
2011 | 7,527 |
2012 | 7,374 |
2013 | 6,870 |
2014 | 7,069 |
2015 | 6,759 |
2016 | 6,858 |
2017 | 5,975 |
2018 | 5,312 |
2019 | 5,253 |
2020 | 5,055 |
2021 | 5,124 |
2022 | 4,959 |
2023 | 5,085 |
2024 | 4,817 |