Camree Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: KAM-ree //ˈkæm.ri//
Origin: English; American
Meaning: Camree: derived from 'Cambria' (Welsh for Wales); 'tree' (nature reference)
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Camree is believed to be a modern variant of the name Cameron, which has Scottish origins. The etymology of Cameron can be traced back to the Gaelic word "cam shròn," meaning "crooked nose." This name was historically used as a surname before being adopted as a given name.
The transition into English occurred through the influence of Scottish culture, particularly during the 19th century when surnames began to be used more frequently as first names in English-speaking countries. Historically, the name Cameron has been associated with notable figures, including the Scottish clan leaders and various historical personalities.
The Cameron clan, known for its fierce loyalty and bravery, played significant roles in Scottish history, particularly during the Jacobite risings of the 18th century. The use of Cameron as a first name gained traction in the 20th century, reflecting a broader trend of adopting surnames as given names, which was particularly popular in English-speaking societies.
The name Camree, while less common, carries a similar cultural resonance. It evokes themes of strength and resilience, qualities often associated with its Scottish roots.
The name's phonetic appeal and unique spelling may also contribute to its charm. While Camree does not have a long historical lineage like some other names, its connection to Cameron and the cultural significance of that name lend it a sense of heritage.
The diminutive form "Cam" may also be informally used, reflecting a trend of creating affectionate or familiar variations of names.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Camree was first seen in the United States in 1992.
Camree has ranked as high as #1280 nationally, which occurred in 1999, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Camree has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Camree 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 Camree was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Camree
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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 Camree.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 8 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2021 | 11 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2019 | 18 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2017 | 7 |
| 2016 | 7 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2014 | 15 |
| 2013 | 8 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2011 | 13 |
| 2010 | 12 |
| 2009 | 10 |
| 2008 | 15 |
| 2007 | 10 |
| 2006 | 10 |
| 2005 | 14 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2002 | 11 |
| 2001 | 11 |
| 2000 | 10 |
| 1999 | 18 |
| 1998 | 12 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1995 | 11 |
| 1992 | 7 |