Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kameron has its roots in Scottish Gaelic, meaning 'crooked nose'. It evolved from the surname Cameron and has various historical forms. The name is associated with a modern, trendy image and has gained popularity in recent decades, with no significant biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈkeɪmərən/
Origin
Scottish
Etymology
Kameron is derived from the Scottish surname 'Cameron', which means 'crooked nose' or 'bent nose' in Gaelic.
Meaning
crooked nose
Language Evolution
Cameron (Scottish Gaelic), Camron (Old English variant), Kamron (modern variant)
Historical Usage
Kameron gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries as a modern given name.
Variants & Derivatives
Cameron, Kamryn, Kamron
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Kameron is viewed as a trendy and modern name, often associated with a strong and unique identity.
Famous People
Kameron L. McCullough, an American football player, Kameron Westcott, a reality television personality
📊 Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 1,560 peak births in 2015
Geographic Spread
Popular across 50 US states, with strongest presence in Georgia
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 4280th of 7552 | 57 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1964th of 10718 | 354 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 522nd of 16616 | 5,256 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 273rd of 24088 | 19,109 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 304th of 23106 | 13,564 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3573rd of 19264 | 288 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2250th of 27321 | 846 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1327th of 35406 | 2,589 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2982nd of 30306 | 673 |
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) |
60.98% 1791st/2937 |
- |
64.38% 2265th/3518 |
37.24% 1506th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
12.86% 474th/3685 |
18.44% 825th/4475 |
10.05% 522nd/5194 |
7.35% 464th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
5.63% 258th/4582 |
7.71% 398th/5164 |
2.97% 217th/7313 |
5.43% 405th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
7.78% 310th/3984 |
8.07% 362nd/4487 |
3.59% 245th/6822 |
7.71% 484th/6276 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female 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) |
- | - |
100.00% 3518th/3518 |
40.58% 1641st/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
64.78% 2387th/3685 |
- |
35.87% 1863rd/5194 |
36.24% 2289th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
29.90% 1370th/4582 |
43.94% 2269th/5164 |
13.67% 1000th/7313 |
28.11% 2098th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
68.40% 2725th/3984 |
- |
41.03% 2799th/6822 |
69.36% 4353rd/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 Georgia across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been too falling for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, falling for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, too rising for male in South, stalled for female in South, falling for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4280th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1964th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 522nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 273rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 304th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3573rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2250th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1327th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2982nd out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.