Find out how popular the first name Camren has been for the last 46 years (from 1978 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Camren by gender

Based on the last 46 years of data, Camren is more commonly used as a male name, with approximately 91% of people named Camren being male.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 52 male babies and 15 female babies born with the name Camren.

Yes—according to the SSA data, 15 baby girls were named Camren in 2023, despite it being a predominantly male name. We'd love to know why!

The history of the first name Camren

The name Camren is a modern variation of the traditional name Cameron, which has its origins in the Scottish Gaelic language. The name Cameron is derived from the Gaelic words "cam" meaning "crooked" and "sron" meaning "nose" or "crooked nose." This descriptive name likely referred to a physical characteristic of an early bearer of the name.

The name Cameron has been recorded in Scotland since the 16th century, and it gained popularity as a surname among various Scottish clans, particularly the Clan Cameron, one of the most prominent clans in the Scottish Highlands. The earliest recorded use of the name as a first name dates back to the late 17th century.

In terms of historical references, the name Cameron is closely associated with the Jacobite risings in Scotland during the 17th and 18th centuries. One notable figure was Sir Ewen Cameron of Lochiel (1629-1719), a Scottish clan chief and a prominent Jacobite supporter who fought for the restoration of the Stuart monarchy.

Another historically significant bearer of the name was David Cameron (1766-1845), a Scottish botanist and nurseryman who introduced numerous plant species to Britain and established the famous Camerton Nursery in Somerset, England.

The name Camren, as a variation of Cameron, gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States. One of the earliest recorded individuals with this spelling was Camren Bicondova (born 1999), an American actress known for her role as Selina Kyle/Catwoman in the television series Gotham.

Other notable individuals with the name Camren include Camren Renick (born 2000), an American soccer player who plays as a midfielder for the Columbus Crew in Major League Soccer, and Camren Tornow (born 2002), an American artistic gymnast who has represented the United States at various international competitions.

It's worth noting that while the name Camren is a relatively modern spelling variation, it maintains its connection to the rich cultural heritage and historical significance of the traditional Scottish name Cameron.

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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