Camilla Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkuh-MIL-uh / kəˈmɪləLatin; Italian
Meaning
Latin: attendant; Italian: helper
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Camilla has roots in ancient Roman culture, where it was associated with a priestess of the goddess Diana. It has been used in various forms across different cultures, particularly in Italy. The name gained popularity in the English-speaking world through literature and royal associations.
Trend Summary
The name Camilla has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable increase in usage in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Camille
- Cami
International Variants
- Camila (Spanish)
- Kamila (Arabic)
- Kamilah (Arabic)
Famous people named Camilla
Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, is known for her charitable work and marriage to Charles, Prince of Wales.
Camilla Parker Bowles is a prominent figure in British society and has been involved in various philanthropic endeavors.
Fictional characters named Camilla
Camilla is a character in William Shakespeare's play 'Cymbeline' and is known for her loyalty and bravery.
Camilla is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball,' where she is depicted as a classmate of the main characters.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Camilla was first seen in the United States in 1918. Camilla has ranked as high as #867 nationally, which occurred in 1918, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Camilla has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Camilla
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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1918 | 6 |