Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Camilla has its roots in Latin, meaning 'young ceremonial attendant'. It evolved from the Latin 'Camillus' and has variants like Camille and Camila. Historically, it gained popularity in the 18th century, often associated with nobility. Today, it is viewed as sophisticated and elegant, with notable figures such as Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall contributing to its modern image.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/kəˈmɪlə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Camilla comes from the Latin 'Camillus', which means 'young ceremonial attendant'. It is derived from a word used in ancient Rome to refer to a girl or young woman who served in religious ceremonies.
Meaning
young ceremonial attendant
Language Evolution
Camillus (Latin), Camilla (Italian), Camille (French)
Historical Usage
The name Camilla gained popularity in the English-speaking world in the 18th century, partially due to its use in literature and its association with nobility.
Variants & Derivatives
Camille, Camila, Cami
Modern Popularity & Image
Camilla is perceived as a sophisticated and elegant name, often associated with royalty and high society due to recent public figures.
Famous People
Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, Camilla Belle, American actress, Camilla Luddington, British actress
📊 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 1,224 peak births in 2019
Geographic Spread
Popular across 47 US states, with strongest presence in Utah
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 7162nd of 7545 | 6 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 627th of 9107 | 2,317 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 650th of 9204 | 2,184 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 833rd of 12526 | 2,740 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 964th of 19264 | 2,115 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1260th of 27321 | 2,010 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 759th of 35406 | 5,630 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 323rd of 30306 | 11,996 |
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) |
42.09% 596th/1416 |
32.20% 444th/1379 |
32.88% 778th/2366 |
81.79% 934th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
42.04% 650th/1546 |
37.02% 576th/1556 |
28.09% 661st/2353 |
48.55% 751st/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
34.44% 767th/2227 |
37.65% 915th/2430 |
27.13% 774th/2853 |
35.17% 976th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
31.94% 938th/2937 |
39.65% 1381st/3483 |
25.07% 882nd/3518 |
28.49% 1152nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
45.81% 1688th/3685 |
29.59% 1324th/4475 |
26.22% 1362nd/5194 |
19.71% 1245th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
21.69% 994th/4582 |
14.10% 728th/5164 |
10.54% 771st/7313 |
8.19% 611th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
10.34% 412th/3984 |
7.18% 322nd/4487 |
4.93% 336th/6822 |
4.09% 257th/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 Utah 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 relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been falling for female in MidWest, falling for female in Northeast, falling for female in South, falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, too falling for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7162nd out of 7545 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 627th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 650th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 833rd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 964th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1260th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 759th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 323rd out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.