Find out how popular the first name Camila has been for the last 50 years (from 1974 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Camila by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Camila is more commonly used as a female name, with approximately 100% of people named Camila being female.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 7,565 female babies and 8 male babies born with the name Camila.

Yes—according to the SSA data, 8 baby boys were named Camila in 2023, despite it being a predominantly female name. We'd love to know why!

The history of the first name Camila

The name Camila has its origins in Latin and is a feminine form of the name Camillus, an old Roman family name. Camillus is derived from the Latin word "camillus" which means "attendant in a religious ceremony" or "acolyte".

The name Camila emerged during the Middle Ages across parts of Europe, particularly in Italy, Spain, and Portugal. It is believed that the name was introduced to these regions through the influence of the Roman Empire and the spread of Christianity.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Camila can be found in the Italian Renaissance epic poem "Orlando Furioso" written by Ludovico Ariosto in the early 16th century. In the poem, Camilla is a fierce warrior princess who leads an army of women.

Another notable historical figure with the name Camila was Camilla Faà di Bruno, an Italian mathematician and pioneer in the field of calculus who lived from 1834 to 1899. Her work on the theory of elliptic functions and the calculation of determinants was influential in the development of modern mathematics.

In the realm of literature, Camila Batmanghelidjh is a British-Iranian writer and social entrepreneur born in 1963. She founded the charity Kids Company, which provided support services to vulnerable children and young people in London.

Camila Cabello, born in 1997, is a Cuban-American singer and songwriter who rose to fame as a member of the girl group Fifth Harmony before launching a successful solo career. Her debut album "Camila" was released in 2018 and featured hits like "Havana" and "Never Be the Same".

Camila Alves, born in 1982, is a Brazilian-American model, designer, and entrepreneur. She is married to actor Matthew McConaughey and has appeared in various fashion campaigns and TV shows, as well as launching her own lifestyle and fashion brand.

It is worth noting that while the name Camila has its roots in Latin and has been used throughout history, it has gained widespread popularity in recent times, particularly in Spanish-speaking countries and among Spanish-speaking communities around the world.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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