Camila Girl

Popularity: #19 · Trend: ↗ Rising

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.

Please note that not every baby name in our database currently has a famous namesake listed. If you would like to suggest a name we may have missed or submit a correction, feel free to contact us. We review and finalize additions and corrections within 24 hours.

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

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Camila, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

ClaraSofiaIsabellaLuciaElenaMia

Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Camila. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.

CarinaCeciliaAmeliaCamilleCarmenCassandraCarlaCelia

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Camila was first seen in the United States in 1914.

Camila has ranked as high as #41 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.

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 Total Births Boy Girl
2025 6,599 8 6,591
2024 7,635 10 7,625
2023 7,589 8 7,581
2022 8,008 7 8,001
2021 8,042 6 8,036
2020 8,171 6 8,165
2019 7,854 8 7,846
2018 7,518 10 7,508
2017 6,785 9 6,776
2016 6,063 9 6,054
2015 5,275 0 5,275
2014 5,227 7 5,220
2013 5,154 7 5,147
2012 4,799 8 4,791
2011 4,977 5 4,972
2010 4,307 0 4,307
2009 3,743 6 3,737
2008 3,847 0 3,847
2007 2,673 8 2,665
2006 1,962 0 1,962
2005 1,719 0 1,719
2004 1,154 0 1,154
2003 1,033 0 1,033
2002 636 0 636
2001 443 0 443
2000 370 0 370
1999 349 0 349
1998 261 0 261
1997 232 0 232
1996 152 0 152
1995 122 0 122
1994 133 0 133
1993 111 0 111
1992 96 0 96
1991 72 0 72
1990 74 0 74
1989 60 0 60
1988 54 0 54
1987 49 0 49
1986 35 0 35
1985 42 0 42
1984 17 0 17
1983 20 0 20
1982 20 0 20
1981 17 0 17
1980 19 0 19
1979 25 0 25
1978 16 0 16
1977 11 0 11
1976 19 0 19
1975 19 0 19
1974 20 0 20
1973 13 0 13
1972 18 0 18
1971 10 0 10
1970 12 0 12
1969 15 0 15
1968 13 0 13
1967 20 0 20
1966 11 0 11
1965 9 0 9
1964 10 0 10
1963 13 0 13
1962 7 0 7
1961 9 0 9
1960 7 0 7
1959 12 0 12
1958 10 0 10
1957 5 0 5
1954 7 0 7
1953 7 0 7
1952 5 0 5
1951 8 0 8
1950 6 0 6
1948 7 0 7
1947 7 0 7
1945 8 0 8
1938 6 0 6
1935 5 0 5
1933 5 0 5
1928 5 0 5
1927 6 0 6
1926 5 0 5
1923 10 0 10
1922 12 0 12
1921 9 0 9
1920 7 0 7
1918 8 0 8
1917 8 0 8
1915 8 0 8
1914 5 0 5

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. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
CA 1,885
25%
TX 1,626
21%
FL 466
6%
NY 320
4%
IL 294
4%
AZ 258
3%
NC 204
3%
NJ 182
2%
GA 176
2%
WA 168
2%
CO 144
2%
VA 130
2%
NV 111
1%
MD 109
1%
MA 99
1%
PA 89
1%
MI 82
1%
TN 81
1%
OH 81
1%
OK 81
1%
WI 80
1%
OR 79
1%
NM 74
1%
IN 73
1%
SC 63
1%
UT 58
1%
CT 56
1%
MO 51
1%
AL 51
1%
MN 49
1%
KS 49
1%
KY 43
1%
IA 42
1%
LA 41
1%
NE 38
1%
AR 36
0%
RI 24
0%
ID 24
0%
MS 16
0%
SD 11
0%
DC 11
0%
DE 10
0%
HI 8
0%
ND 8
0%
NH 6
0%
MT 6
0%
ME 5
0%