Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Camila originates from the Latin 'Camillus', meaning 'young ceremonial attendant'. The name evolved through various forms, including Camillus and Camille. It is often associated with grace and femininity and has gained popularity in recent years, especially in Spanish and Portuguese-speaking cultures. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/kəˈmiːlə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Camila is derived from the Latin name 'Camillus', which referred to a young ceremonial attendant in ancient Rome.
Meaning
Young ceremonial attendant
Language Evolution
Camillus (Latin), Camila (Spanish/Portuguese), Camille (French)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Spanish and Portuguese-speaking world and has been used since the Middle Ages.
Variants & Derivatives
Camille, Cami, Mila
Modern Popularity & Image
Camila is currently perceived as a stylish and elegant name, often associated with grace and femininity.
Famous People
Camila Cabello, Camila Mendes
📊 Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 8,170 peak births in 2020
Geographic Spread
Popular across 50 US states, with strongest presence in Nevada
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 9 different American generations with varying popularity
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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
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 15718th of 24088 | 27 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 9240th of 23106 | 87 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 4316th of 9107 | 78 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 6133rd of 9204 | 29 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4940th of 12526 | 120 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3947th of 19264 | 250 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1903rd of 27321 | 1,074 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 169th of 35406 | 32,472 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 19th of 30306 | 83,205 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
65.85% 1558th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
100.00% 2353rd/2353 |
100.00% 1547th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
100.00% 2853rd/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - |
87.17% 3525th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
79.76% 2939th/3685 |
33.16% 1484th/4475 |
29.51% 1533rd/5194 |
26.56% 1678th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
7.66% 351st/4582 |
4.07% 210th/5164 |
2.19% 160th/7313 |
1.43% 107th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
1.83% 73rd/3984 |
1.07% 48th/4487 |
0.26% 18th/6822 |
0.11% 7th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Nevada across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been consistently rising. From 2020-2022, usage has been falling for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, too rising for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been too falling for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, too falling for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 15718th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 9240th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4316th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6133rd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4940th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3947th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1903rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 169th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 19th out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.