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Cameron
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
339,893
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2000
Peak Popularity Year
14,361
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Cameron stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Cameron is of Scottish Gaelic origin, derived from 'cam sròn,' which means 'crooked nose.' It evolved from the surname Cameron and became popular as a first name in the late 20th century. The name suggests a friendly and approachable nature, with no significant biblical ties. Notable individuals with this name include Cameron Diaz and Cameron Crowe.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈkæm.ə.rən/
Origin
Scottish Gaelic
Etymology
The name Cameron derives from the Scottish Gaelic 'cam sròn,' meaning 'crooked nose.' It originally referred to a surname before becoming popular as a given name.
Meaning
crooked nose
Language Evolution
Cambronne (Old French), Cameron (Scottish Gaelic)
Historical Usage
Cameron gained popularity as a given name in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, influenced by its use as a surname.
Variants & Derivatives
Cam, Cami, Cameroné
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Cameron is viewed as a modern and trendy name, often associated with a friendly and approachable personality.
Famous People
Cameron Diaz, Cameron Crowe, Cameron Boyce
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Declining
25-Year Trend:
Gradually Declining
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 14,361 peak births in 2000
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in New Hampshire
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 14 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 5 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 14 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 993rd of 7545 | 765 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1003rd of 6773 | 767 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 533rd of 7552 | 3,890 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 295th of 10718 | 11,061 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 72nd of 16616 | 72,525 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 40th of 24088 | 150,063 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 62nd of 23106 | 69,136 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 7232nd of 9107 | 15 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 4837th of 9204 | 60 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2146th of 12526 | 503 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1311th of 19264 | 1,362 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 712th of 27321 | 4,442 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 283rd of 35406 | 18,101 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 527th of 30306 | 7,130 |