Camille Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkah-MEEL / kæˈmiːlFrench; Latin
Meaning
French: helper; Latin: attendant
Historical & Cultural Background
Camille is derived from the Latin name Camillus, which referred to a young ceremonial attendant. The name has been used in various cultures, particularly in France, where it has gained popularity as a unisex name. In modern times, Camille is more commonly associated with females, but it has historical roots as a male name as well.
Trend Summary
Camille has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable rise in usage for girls in recent decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Camillo
- Camille
International Variants
- Camilo (Spanish)
- Camille (French)
- Kamille (Dutch)
Famous people named Camille
Camille Saint-Saëns was a French composer, pianist, and organist known for his symphonic poems and operas.
Camille Claudel was a French sculptor and artist, recognized for her contributions to the field of sculpture in the late 19th century.
Camille Pissarro was a Danish-French Impressionist and Neo-Impressionist painter, known as one of the key figures in the Impressionist movement.
Camille Paglia is an American cultural critic and author, known for her provocative views on art, culture, and feminism.
Fictional characters named Camille
Camille is a character in the novel 'The Lady of the Camellias' by Alexandre Dumas, known for her tragic love story.
Camille is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', known for her quirky personality.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Camille was first seen in the United States in 1882. Camille has ranked as high as #794 nationally, which occurred in 1915, and has been most popular in Louisiana, Maine, Massachusetts, District of Columbia, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Camille has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Camille (1989)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DC | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1882 | 6 |
| 1887 | 5 |
| 1894 | 6 |
| 1904 | 6 |
| 1905 | 6 |
| 1908 | 6 |
| 1909 | 6 |
| 1910 | 8 |
| 1911 | 12 |
| 1912 | 10 |
| 1913 | 13 |
| 1914 | 25 |
| 1915 | 40 |
| 1916 | 28 |
| 1917 | 29 |
| 1918 | 29 |
| 1919 | 31 |
| 1920 | 30 |
| 1921 | 36 |
| 1922 | 32 |
| 1923 | 25 |
| 1924 | 24 |
| 1925 | 33 |
| 1926 | 34 |
| 1927 | 29 |
| 1928 | 30 |
| 1929 | 37 |
| 1930 | 19 |
| 1931 | 15 |
| 1932 | 18 |
| 1933 | 28 |
| 1934 | 21 |
| 1935 | 16 |
| 1936 | 14 |
| 1937 | 19 |
| 1938 | 19 |
| 1939 | 9 |
| 1940 | 16 |
| 1941 | 10 |
| 1942 | 15 |
| 1943 | 20 |
| 1944 | 15 |
| 1945 | 15 |
| 1946 | 18 |
| 1947 | 27 |
| 1948 | 22 |
| 1949 | 20 |
| 1950 | 12 |
| 1951 | 11 |
| 1952 | 12 |
| 1953 | 10 |
| 1954 | 14 |
| 1955 | 11 |
| 1956 | 10 |
| 1957 | 16 |
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1959 | 14 |
| 1960 | 6 |
| 1961 | 7 |
| 1962 | 10 |
| 1963 | 7 |
| 1964 | 7 |
| 1965 | 14 |
| 1966 | 10 |
| 1969 | 7 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1975 | 7 |
| 1976 | 8 |
| 1977 | 6 |
| 1978 | 9 |
| 1979 | 9 |
| 1980 | 15 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1984 | 10 |
| 1985 | 9 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1987 | 8 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1989 | 15 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 11 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2022 | 8 |
| 2023 | 9 |
| 2024 | 5 |