Camila Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: kah-MEE-lah /kəˈmiːlə/
Origin: Latin; Spanish; Portuguese
Meaning: Latin: young ceremonial attendant; Spanish: helper
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Camila has its roots in the Latin name "Camillus," which is derived from the Etruscan word "kamillos," meaning "attendant" or "helper." The name was historically associated with young boys who served in religious ceremonies in ancient Rome, but it evolved to be used for girls as well. The transition into various languages saw adaptations such as "Camila" in Spanish and Portuguese, and "Camille" in French, which further influenced its adoption in English-speaking regions through cultural exchanges and literature.
Throughout history, the name has been borne by notable figures, including Saint Camillus de Lellis, a 16th-century Italian priest and founder of the Camillians, a religious order dedicated to the care of the sick. His canonization in 1746 solidified the name's association with compassion and service, contributing to its enduring presence in Christian contexts.
The name also appears in various literary works, including Shakespeare's "The Tempest," where a character named Camila is introduced, showcasing its use in English literature as early as the 17th century. Culturally, the name Camila has been linked to themes of strength and resilience, often symbolizing a nurturing spirit.
In Spanish-speaking cultures, it is sometimes associated with the idea of a noble or honorable woman, reflecting the virtues of loyalty and dedication. The diminutive form "Cami" has also emerged in various contexts, further enriching the name's cultural tapestry.
Overall, Camila's historical and cultural significance has allowed it to maintain a prominent place in various traditions and societies.
Famous people named Camila
In this section, you will find notable people named Camila. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Camila who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Camila who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Camila Cabello is a singer and songwriter best known for Havana, Señorita, and Never Be the Same.
Camila Mendes is an actress best known for Riverdale, The Perfect Date, and Do Revenge.
Camila Alves is a model and television host best known for The Chew, and her work with the charity Just Keep Livin Foundation.
Camila Giorgi is a professional tennis player best known for her performances in the WTA Tour and Grand Slam tournaments.
Fictional characters named Camila
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Camila is a fictional character from the animated series The Loud House. She is a supporting character who is the mother of the main character, Lincoln Loud.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Camila was first seen in the United States in 1914.
Camila has ranked as high as #40 nationally, which occurred in 2020, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Illinois.
In the past 5 years the name Camila has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Camila is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Camila was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Camila (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 1,885 | |
| TX | 1,626 | |
| FL | 466 | |
| NY | 320 | |
| IL | 294 | |
| AZ | 258 | |
| NC | 204 | |
| NJ | 182 | |
| GA | 176 | |
| WA | 168 | |
| CO | 144 | |
| VA | 130 | |
| NV | 111 | |
| MD | 109 | |
| MA | 99 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Camila.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 7,608 |
| 2023 | 7,577 |
| 2022 | 8,000 |
| 2021 | 8,034 |
| 2020 | 8,164 |
| 2019 | 7,845 |
| 2018 | 7,508 |
| 2017 | 6,776 |
| 2016 | 6,052 |
| 2015 | 5,275 |
| 2014 | 5,219 |
| 2013 | 5,147 |
| 2012 | 4,790 |
| 2011 | 4,971 |
| 2010 | 4,305 |
| 2009 | 3,737 |
| 2008 | 3,847 |
| 2007 | 2,664 |
| 2006 | 1,962 |
| 2005 | 1,719 |
| 2004 | 1,154 |
| 2003 | 1,033 |
| 2002 | 636 |
| 2001 | 443 |
| 2000 | 370 |
| 1999 | 349 |
| 1998 | 261 |
| 1997 | 231 |
| 1996 | 152 |
| 1995 | 122 |
| 1994 | 133 |
| 1993 | 111 |
| 1992 | 96 |
| 1991 | 72 |
| 1990 | 73 |
| 1989 | 60 |
| 1988 | 53 |
| 1987 | 49 |
| 1986 | 35 |
| 1985 | 43 |
| 1984 | 17 |
| 1983 | 20 |
| 1982 | 20 |
| 1981 | 18 |
| 1980 | 19 |
| 1979 | 25 |
| 1978 | 16 |
| 1977 | 11 |
| 1976 | 19 |
| 1975 | 19 |
| 1974 | 20 |
| 1973 | 13 |
| 1972 | 18 |
| 1971 | 10 |
| 1970 | 12 |
| 1969 | 15 |
| 1968 | 13 |
| 1967 | 20 |
| 1966 | 11 |
| 1965 | 9 |
| 1964 | 10 |
| 1963 | 13 |
| 1962 | 7 |
| 1961 | 9 |
| 1960 | 7 |
| 1959 | 12 |
| 1958 | 10 |
| 1957 | 5 |
| 1954 | 7 |
| 1953 | 7 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1951 | 8 |
| 1950 | 6 |
| 1948 | 7 |
| 1947 | 7 |
| 1945 | 8 |
| 1938 | 6 |
| 1935 | 5 |
| 1933 | 5 |
| 1928 | 5 |
| 1927 | 6 |
| 1926 | 5 |
| 1923 | 10 |
| 1922 | 12 |
| 1921 | 9 |
| 1920 | 7 |
| 1918 | 8 |
| 1917 | 8 |
| 1915 | 8 |
| 1914 | 5 |