Camila Name Meaning

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By Helen Doanna

Lastest Updated June 7, 2024
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Fact: The name Camila is also associated with literature. One notable reference is the character of Camila O’Gorman, who was a central figure in the Argentine novel “Santos Vega” by Rafael Obligado, as well as in the 1866 poem “Camila” by José Mármol.

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A Deep Dive

Camila Overview

Meaning

Religious attendant, priest’s helper

Gender

Girl

Origin

Latin

Etymology

Derived from the Latin name Camillus, meaning “attendant at a religious service.”

Religion

Christianity

Pronunciation

/kəˈmiːlə/

Popularity

Camila is popular globally, especially in Latin American countries. In the USA, it recently ranked among the top 20 most popular baby girl names.

Syllable

3 syllables

Length

6 letters

Numerology

3 (Expressive, Social, Artistic)

Name Styles

Popular, Exotic, Cute

Associated Traits

Graceful, elegant, compassionate

Spiritual, Religious, or Cultural Significance

In Roman mythology, Camilla was a warrior maiden. The name also has cultural significance in many Spanish-speaking countries.

Name Day

March 3rd
A Deep Dive

Camila Variations in Different Cultures

Popular Variations

Camilla, Kamilah, Kamila, Camille

Common Nicknames

Cami, Mila, Millie, Cammy

Diminutives

Cams, Mill

Famous People

  • Camila Cabello
    (Cuban-American Singer)
  • Camila Alves
    (Brazilian-American Model)
  • Camila Morrone
    (American Actress)
  • Camila Mendes
    (American Actress)
  • Camila Sodi
    (Mexican Actress)
  • Camila Vallejo
    (Chilean Politician)
  • Camila Giorgi
    (Italian Tennis Player)

Pop Culture Icons and Works

  • "Camila"
    (Album)
  • Camila Vargas
    ("Queen of the South," TV Series)
  • "Camila"
    (Film)
  • Camila Dunne
    ("The Starless Sea," Novel)
  • Camila Markham
    ("Saint Camila's Miracle," Novel)
  • Camila Marti
    ("Camila's Charm," TV Series)

What Is the Meaning of Camila?

Camila means “religious attendant” or “priest’s helper,” highlighting a role of service and dedication. People with this name often possess a nurturing and supportive personality, making them reliable and compassionate friends.

What Is the Origin of The Name Camila?

Camila originates from ancient Roman times, derived from the Latin word “camillus.” It has been used as a given name across various cultures and gained popularity in the English-speaking world in recent decades.

Camila Name Popularity

Popularity Chart of the Name Camila in the U.S. over the Years

United States flagUnited States#122021#122022#132023
Top 3 Rankings#112020#122021#122022

Annual Statistics Breakdown for Camila

YearName RankingNumber of BirthsBirth Rate (%)
202313
(-1 from 2022)
7565
(-430 from 2022)
0.43248
202212
No change from 2021
7995
(-39 from 2021)
0.44588
202112
(-1 from 2020)
8034
(-127 from 2020)
0.44843
202011
(+4 from 2019)
8161
(+318 from 2019)
0.46168
201915
(+3 from 2018)
7843
(+335 from 2018)
0.42744
201818
(+5 from 2017)
7508
(+733 from 2017)
0.40373
201723
(+9 from 2016)
6775
(+723 from 2016)
0.35863
201632
(+11 from 2015)
6052
(+777 from 2015)
0.31262
201543
(-2 from 2014)
5275
(+56 from 2014)
0.27039
201441
(-2 from 2013)
5219
(+72 from 2013)
0.26678
201339
(+9 from 2012)
5147
(+357 from 2012)
0.26701
201248
No change from 2011
4790
(-180 from 2011)
0.24698
201148
(+13 from 2010)
4970
(+665 from 2010)
0.25649
201061
(+19 from 2009)
4305
(+568 from 2009)
0.21957
200980
(+3 from 2008)
3737
(-110 from 2008)
0.18454
200883
(+46 from 2007)
3847
(+1183 from 2007)
0.18470
2007129
(+50 from 2006)
2664
(+702 from 2006)
0.12587
2006179
(+22 from 2005)
1962
(+243 from 2005)
0.09385
2005201
(+87 from 2004)
1719
(+565 from 2004)
0.08470
2004288
(+12 from 2003)
1154
(+121 from 2003)
0.05719
2003300
(+154 from 2002)
1033
(+397 from 2002)
0.05148
2002454
(+123 from 2001)
636
(+194 from 2001)
0.03220
2001577
(+82 from 2000)
442
(+72 from 2000)
0.02231
2000659
No change from 1999
370
(+21 from 1999)
0.01854
1999659
(+156 from 1998)
349
(+88 from 1998)
0.01793
1998815
(+62 from 1997)
261
(+30 from 1997)
0.01346
1997877
(+309 from 1996)
231
(+79 from 1996)
0.01210
19961186
(+160 from 1995)
152
(+30 from 1995)
0.00793
19951346
(-69 from 1994)
122
(-11 from 1994)
0.00635
19941277
(+170 from 1993)
133
(+22 from 1993)
0.00682
19931447
(+153 from 1992)
111
(+15 from 1992)
0.00563
19921600
(+333 from 1991)
96
(+24 from 1991)
0.00479
19911933
(-29 from 1990)
72
(-1 from 1990)
0.00354
19901904
(+168 from 1989)
73
(+13 from 1989)
0.00355
19892072
(+79 from 1988)
60
(+7 from 1988)
0.00301
19882151
(+47 from 1987)
53
(+4 from 1987)
0.00276
19872198
(+525 from 1986)
49
(+14 from 1986)
0.00261
19862723
(-408 from 1985)
35
(-8 from 1985)
0.00190
19852315
(+2003 from 1984)
43
(+26 from 1984)
0.00233
19844318
(-512 from 1983)
17
(-3 from 1983)
0.00094
19833806
(+92 from 1982)
20
No change from 1982
0.00112
19823898
(+263 from 1981)
20
(+2 from 1981)
0.00110
19814161
(-169 from 1980)
18
(-1 from 1980)
0.00101
19803992
(-755 from 1979)
19
(-6 from 1979)
0.00107
19793237
(+1006 from 1978)
25
(+9 from 1978)
0.00145
19784243
(+1289 from 1977)
16
(+5 from 1977)
0.00097
19775532
(-1993 from 1976)
11
(-8 from 1976)
0.00067
19763539
(-25 from 1975)
19
No change from 1975
0.00121
19753514
(-201 from 1974)
19
(-1 from 1974)
0.00122
19743313
(+1048 from 1973)
20
(+7 from 1973)
0.00128
19734361
(-1085 from 1972)
13
(-6 from 1972)
0.00084
19723276
(+1859 from 1971)
19
(+9 from 1971)
0.00118
19715135
(-644 from 1970)
10
(-2 from 1970)
0.00057
19704491
(-874 from 1969)
12
(-3 from 1969)
0.00066
19693617
(+171 from 1968)
15
(+2 from 1968)
0.00085
19683788
(-1008 from 1967)
13
(-7 from 1967)
0.00076
19672780
(+1178 from 1966)
20
(+9 from 1966)
0.00116
19663958
(+536 from 1965)
11
(+2 from 1965)
0.00063
19654494
(-139 from 1964)
9
(-1 from 1964)
0.00049
19644355
(-720 from 1963)
10
(-3 from 1963)
0.00051
19633635
(+1659 from 1962)
13
(+6 from 1962)
0.00065
19625294
(-745 from 1961)
7
(-2 from 1961)
0.00035
19614549
(+620 from 1960)
9
(+2 from 1960)
0.00043
19605169
(-1552 from 1959)
7
(-5 from 1959)
0.00034
19593617
(+308 from 1958)
12
(+2 from 1958)
0.00058
19583925
(+2161 from 1957)
10
(+5 from 1957)
0.00048
19576086
(-1431 from 1954)
5
(-2 from 1954)
0.00024
19560
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19550
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19544655
(-59 from 1953)
7
No change from 1953
0.00035
19534596
(+967 from 1952)
7
(+2 from 1952)
0.00036
19525563
(-1552 from 1951)
5
(-3 from 1951)
0.00026
19514011
(+727 from 1950)
8
(+2 from 1950)
0.00043
19504738
(-535 from 1948)
6
(-1 from 1948)
0.00034
19490
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19484203
(+143 from 1947)
7
No change from 1947
0.00040
19474346
(-959 from 1945)
7
(-1 from 1945)
0.00039
19460
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19453387
(+460 from 1938)
8
(+2 from 1938)
0.00059
19440
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19430
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19420
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19410
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19400
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19390
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19383847
(+357 from 1935)
6
(+1 from 1935)
0.00053
19370
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19360
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19354204
(+14 from 1933)
5
No change from 1933
0.00046
19340
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19334218
(+507 from 1928)
5
No change from 1928
0.00048
19320
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19310
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19300
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19290
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19284725
(-439 from 1927)
5
(-1 from 1927)
0.00042
19274286
(+565 from 1926)
6
(+1 from 1926)
0.00049
19264851
(-1725 from 1923)
5
(-5 from 1923)
0.00041
19250
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19240
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19233126
(-347 from 1922)
10
(-2 from 1922)
0.00080
19222779
(+621 from 1921)
12
(+3 from 1921)
0.00096
19213400
(+557 from 1920)
9
(+2 from 1920)
0.00070
19203957
(-445 from 1918)
7
(-1 from 1918)
0.00056
19190
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19183512
(-168 from 1917)
8
No change from 1917
0.00067
19173344
(-210 from 1915)
8
No change from 1915
0.00071
19160
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19153134
(+484 from 1914)
8
(+3 from 1914)
0.00078
19143618
First SSA data recorded
5
First SSA data recorded
0.00063
19130
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19120
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19110
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19100
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19090
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19080
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19070
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19060
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19050
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19040
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19030
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19020
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19010
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19000
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18990
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18980
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18970
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18960
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18950
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18940
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18930
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18920
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18910
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18900
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18890
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18880
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18870
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18860
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18850
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18840
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18830
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18820
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18810
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18800
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000

American States Popularity Rankings for Camila

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Number of Births )

California (CA)

California (CA) flagCalifornia (CA)#32021#32022#32023

Texas (TX)

Texas (TX) flagTexas (TX)#32021#32022#32023

Florida (FL)

Florida (FL) flagFlorida (FL)#132021#142022#132023

New York (NY)

New York (NY) flagNew York (NY)#272021#312022#272023

Illinois (IL)

Illinois (IL) flagIllinois (IL)#102021#92022#112023

Arizona (AZ)

Arizona (AZ) flagArizona (AZ)#42021#72022#62023

New Jersey (NJ)

New Jersey (NJ) flagNew Jersey (NJ)#212021#242022#212023

Georgia (GA)

Georgia (GA) flagGeorgia (GA)#372021#252022#412023

North Carolina (NC)

North Carolina (NC) flagNorth Carolina (NC)#352021#362022#382023

Washington (WA)

Washington (WA) flagWashington (WA)#262021#132022#292023

Colorado (CO)

Colorado (CO) flagColorado (CO)#92021#172022#152023

Virginia (VA)

Virginia (VA) flagVirginia (VA)#342021#422022#372023

Nevada (NV)

Nevada (NV) flagNevada (NV)#52021#82022#62023

Massachusetts (MA)

Massachusetts (MA) flagMassachusetts (MA)#482021#532022#492023

Maryland (MD)

Maryland (MD) flagMaryland (MD)#282021#322022#322023

Pennsylvania (PA)

Pennsylvania (PA) flagPennsylvania (PA)#1062021#982022#1062023

Oregon (OR)

Oregon (OR) flagOregon (OR)#232021#182022#162023

Indiana (IN)

Indiana (IN) flagIndiana (IN)#562021#532022#532023

Tennessee (TN)

Tennessee (TN) flagTennessee (TN)#762021#682022#622023

Utah (UT)

Utah (UT) flagUtah (UT)#572021#502022#572023

Oklahoma (OK)

Oklahoma (OK) flagOklahoma (OK)#252021#302022#222023

Wisconsin (WI)

Wisconsin (WI) flagWisconsin (WI)#1082021#552022#922023

Connecticut (CT)

Connecticut (CT) flagConnecticut (CT)#502021#202022#312023

New Mexico (NM)

New Mexico (NM) flagNew Mexico (NM)#92021#72022#102023

Ohio (OH)

Ohio (OH) flagOhio (OH)#1292021#1972022#1572023

Michigan (MI)

Michigan (MI) flagMichigan (MI)#1232021#1302022#1132023

Minnesota (MN)

Minnesota (MN) flagMinnesota (MN)#652021#682022#682023

Kansas (KS)

Kansas (KS) flagKansas (KS)#182021#282022#342023

South Carolina (SC)

South Carolina (SC) flagSouth Carolina (SC)#572021#662022#462023

Missouri (MO)

Missouri (MO) flagMissouri (MO)#1592021#1112022#1612023

Arkansas (AR)

Arkansas (AR) flagArkansas (AR)#422021#502022#472023

Alabama (AL)

Alabama (AL) flagAlabama (AL)#562021#652022#622023

Louisiana (LA)

Louisiana (LA) flagLouisiana (LA)#1062021#742022#742023

Iowa (IA)

Iowa (IA) flagIowa (IA)#742021#742022#712023

Nebraska (NE)

Nebraska (NE) flagNebraska (NE)#222021#252022#322023

Idaho (ID)

Idaho (ID) flagIdaho (ID)#512021#342022#592023

Kentucky (KY)

Kentucky (KY) flagKentucky (KY)#1272021#912022#1142023

Rhode Island (RI)

Rhode Island (RI) flagRhode Island (RI)#272021#102022#272023

District of Columbia (DC)

District of Columbia (DC) flagDistrict of Columbia (DC)#612021#172022#182023

Delaware (DE)

Delaware (DE) flagDelaware (DE)#272021#192022#212023

Mississippi (MS)

Mississippi (MS) flagMississippi (MS)#2382021#3312022#1232023

Hawaii (HI)

Hawaii (HI) flagHawaii (HI)#292021#892022#1862023

Alaska (AK)

Alaska (AK) flagAlaska (AK)#652020#1382021#812022

New Hampshire (NH)

New Hampshire (NH) flagNew Hampshire (NH)#1232020#2232022#2362023

South Dakota (SD)

South Dakota (SD) flagSouth Dakota (SD)#2172021#1232022#1452023

West Virginia (WV)

West Virginia (WV) flagWest Virginia (WV)#3382019#1852022#2322023

Wyoming (WY)

Wyoming (WY) flagWyoming (WY)#1012016#492019#792022

North Dakota (ND)

North Dakota (ND) flagNorth Dakota (ND)#2182021#902023

Maine (ME)

Maine (ME) flagMaine (ME)#1832023

Montana (MT)

Montana (MT) flagMontana (MT)#1982019

Popularity Rankings for Camila in other Countries and American Territories

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Rankings)

Popularity in Mexico

Mexico flagMexico#52020#52021

Popularity in Brazil

Brazil flagBrazil#151990 (Decade)#72000 (Decade)#122010 (Decade)

Popularity in Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico flagPuerto Rico#142021#132022#192023

Popularity in Portugal

Portugal flagPortugal#552018#192019#132020

Popularity in Argentina

Argentina flagArgentina#172013#242014#252015

Popularity in Uruguay

Uruguay flagUruguay#312021#332022#342023

Popularity in Chile

Chile flagChile#472019#472020#502021

Popularity in Spain

Spain flagSpain#982021#912022

Popularity in Quebec, Canada

Quebec, Canada flagQuebec, Canada#1252020#1082021#1382022

Popularity in Canada

Canada flagCanada#1672021#1462022#2162023

Popularity in Switzerland

Switzerland flagSwitzerland#2342020#2012021#2482022

Popularity in Iceland

Iceland flagIceland#3262021

Popularity in Ireland

Ireland flagIreland#4442020#4582022#4952023

Popularity in Poland

Poland flagPoland#7112016#5742018#4652022

Popularity in England and Wales

England and Wales flagEngland and Wales#9552019#9692020#8282021

Popularity in Sweden

Sweden flagSweden#8802023

Source: Social Security Administration (SSA) and Other National Sources

Is Camila a Name for Boys or Girls?

Camila is primarily a name for girls, embodying femininity and sophistication. Its rich history and linguistic background make it an enduring choice for parents seeking a name with timeless allure.

Variants, Nicknames, Diminutives, and Ideal Middle Names for Camila

Camila in Famous People Names, Pop Culture, and Places

  • Camila Cabello (Singer, born 1997): A Cuban-American singer and songwriter who gained fame as a member of the girl group Fifth Harmony before pursuing a successful solo career.
  • Camila Alves (Model, born 1982): A Brazilian-American model and designer recognized for her work in fashion and her marriage to actor Matthew McConaughey.
  • Camila Morrone (Actress, born 1997): An American actress and model who has appeared in films like "Mickey and the Bear" and "Death Wish."
  • Camila Mendes (Actress, born 1994): An American actress best known for her role as Veronica Lodge on the TV show "Riverdale."
  • Camila Sodi (Actress, born 1986): A Mexican actress and singer who has appeared in various telenovelas and films.
  • Camila Vallejo (Politician, born 1988): A Chilean politician and former student leader noted for her role in the Chilean student protests.
  • Camila Giorgi (Tennis Player, born 1991): An Italian professional tennis player who has won several singles titles on the WTA Tour.
  • "Camila" (2018 Album): Camila Cabello's debut solo album featuring hit singles like "Havana" and "Never Be the Same."
  • Camila Vargas ("Queen of the South," 2016 TV Series): A powerful drug cartel leader with a complex relationship with the protagonist, Teresa Mendoza.
  • "Camila" (1984 Film): An Argentine film that tells the true story of a forbidden love affair in the 19th century.
  • Camila Dunne ("The Starless Sea," 2019 Novel by Erin Morgenstern): A character in a novel about a hidden underground world filled with stories.
  • Camila Markham ("Saint Camila's Miracle," 2007 Novel by Julia Alvarez): A story about a young woman's journey of faith and miracles.
  • "Camila" (2008 Song by Khalil Ramos): A romantic song dedicated to a girl named Camila.
  • Camila Marti ("Camila's Charm," 2015 TV Series): A young witch learning to control her powers in a modern-day setting.
  • "Camila's Wish" (2010 Children's Book by Maria G. Aguilar): A heartwarming tale of a little girl who makes a special wish on her birthday.
  • Camila O'Malley ("Camila's Quest," 2022 Video Game): A brave adventurer on a quest to save her kingdom from an evil sorcerer.
  • None

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