Camilo Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: kah-MEE-loh //kəˈmiːloʊ//
Origin: Spanish; Italian
Meaning: Spanish: Helper; Italian: Attendant
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Camilo has its roots in the Latin name 'Camillus,' which is derived from the Etruscan word 'kamillos,' meaning 'attendant' or 'helper.' The term was historically used in ancient Rome to refer to a young boy who served as an acolyte in religious ceremonies, particularly in the context of the worship of the gods. As Latin evolved, 'Camillus' transitioned into various forms across different languages, eventually leading to the modern Spanish and Italian 'Camilo.' The name entered the English lexicon through the influence of these languages, particularly during the Renaissance when classical names were revived.
Historically, the name Camilo has been borne by notable figures, including Saint Camillus de Lellis, a 16th-century priest who founded the Camillians, a religious order dedicated to the care of the sick. His canonization in 1746 further solidified the name's significance within the Catholic Church, making it a popular choice among Christian families.
Additionally, the name appears in various literary works and historical texts, contributing to its cultural resonance. Culturally, Camilo is often associated with qualities of service, dedication, and compassion, reflecting its etymological roots connected to assistance and care.
The name has also inspired several diminutive forms, such as 'Cami' or 'Milo,' which have been used affectionately in various cultures. The enduring legacy of Camilo can be attributed to its historical associations with revered figures and its symbolic connotations of support and loyalty, making it a name of both personal and cultural significance.
Famous people named Camilo
In this section, you will find notable people named Camilo. 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 Camilo who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Camilo who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Camilo Cabello is a singer and songwriter best known for Havana, Señorita, and Don't Go Yet.
Camilo Sesto is a singer and songwriter best known for Amor Eterno, Vivir Así Es Morir de Amor, and El Amor de Mi Vida.
Camilo Villegas is a professional golfer best known for winning the 2008 BMW Championship, the 2010 Honda Classic, and the 2014 Wyndham Championship.
Camilo Cienfuegos is a revolutionary figure best known for his role in the Cuban Revolution and his leadership in the Rebel Army.
Fictional characters named Camilo
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Camilo Madrigal is a fictional character from the animated film Encanto. He is a shapeshifter who uses his ability to help his family and navigate the challenges they face.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Camilo was first seen in the United States in 1909.
Camilo has ranked as high as #782 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Illinois.
In the past 5 years the name Camilo has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Camilo 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 Camilo was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Camilo (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 | 119 | |
| TX | 93 | |
| FL | 50 | |
| IL | 29 | |
| NY | 21 | |
| NC | 16 | |
| MD | 14 | |
| AZ | 13 | |
| GA | 13 | |
| IN | 12 | |
| WA | 12 | |
| PA | 11 | |
| OH | 10 | |
| MA | 10 | |
| DC | 8 |
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 Camilo.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 565 |
| 2023 | 628 |
| 2022 | 682 |
| 2021 | 454 |
| 2020 | 258 |
| 2019 | 256 |
| 2018 | 216 |
| 2017 | 224 |
| 2016 | 206 |
| 2015 | 217 |
| 2014 | 217 |
| 2013 | 196 |
| 2012 | 258 |
| 2011 | 194 |
| 2010 | 195 |
| 2009 | 229 |
| 2008 | 157 |
| 2007 | 157 |
| 2006 | 159 |
| 2005 | 150 |
| 2004 | 158 |
| 2003 | 114 |
| 2002 | 97 |
| 2001 | 110 |
| 2000 | 79 |
| 1999 | 73 |
| 1998 | 76 |
| 1997 | 71 |
| 1996 | 74 |
| 1995 | 63 |
| 1994 | 60 |
| 1993 | 64 |
| 1992 | 70 |
| 1991 | 52 |
| 1990 | 84 |
| 1989 | 62 |
| 1988 | 53 |
| 1987 | 57 |
| 1986 | 50 |
| 1985 | 56 |
| 1984 | 60 |
| 1983 | 46 |
| 1982 | 40 |
| 1981 | 34 |
| 1980 | 46 |
| 1979 | 27 |
| 1978 | 28 |
| 1977 | 37 |
| 1976 | 35 |
| 1975 | 25 |
| 1974 | 37 |
| 1973 | 25 |
| 1972 | 22 |
| 1971 | 33 |
| 1970 | 28 |
| 1969 | 18 |
| 1968 | 24 |
| 1967 | 26 |
| 1966 | 13 |
| 1965 | 17 |
| 1964 | 22 |
| 1963 | 13 |
| 1962 | 15 |
| 1961 | 19 |
| 1960 | 32 |
| 1959 | 14 |
| 1958 | 22 |
| 1957 | 14 |
| 1956 | 20 |
| 1955 | 14 |
| 1954 | 14 |
| 1953 | 23 |
| 1952 | 19 |
| 1951 | 11 |
| 1950 | 19 |
| 1949 | 14 |
| 1948 | 19 |
| 1947 | 19 |
| 1946 | 13 |
| 1945 | 9 |
| 1944 | 11 |
| 1943 | 18 |
| 1942 | 16 |
| 1941 | 9 |
| 1940 | 13 |
| 1939 | 7 |
| 1938 | 11 |
| 1937 | 11 |
| 1936 | 14 |
| 1935 | 16 |
| 1934 | 10 |
| 1933 | 10 |
| 1932 | 18 |
| 1931 | 13 |
| 1930 | 24 |
| 1929 | 17 |
| 1928 | 18 |
| 1927 | 19 |
| 1926 | 14 |
| 1925 | 21 |
| 1924 | 16 |
| 1923 | 10 |
| 1922 | 17 |
| 1921 | 21 |
| 1920 | 11 |
| 1919 | 12 |
| 1918 | 20 |
| 1917 | 15 |
| 1916 | 15 |
| 1915 | 13 |
| 1909 | 5 |