Kamela
Kamela is a girl baby name. Ranked #11,357 in the US, popular nicknames include Kam, Kay, and Kamie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Kamela first appeared in US Social Security records in 1960.
Over 775 babies have been named Kamela in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kamela is past its peak , currently ranked #11,357 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #11,357
- Total SSA Count
- 10
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Kamela
Kamela is a girl name .
Kamela is currently ranked #11,357 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Kamela include Kam, Kay, Kamie, and Kameie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Kamela include Kameron . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis