"perfect, unblemished"
Origin: Arabic
Language: English
Kamila
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Meaning 'perfect' across two cultures
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The Story of Kamila
Kamila is the Slavic and Arabic spelling of Camilla, ultimately derived from the Latin 'camillus,' meaning a young attendant at religious ceremonies — a child of free birth who assisted at Roman sacrifices. In Arabic, the name Kamil means 'perfect' or 'complete,' giving the name a dual linguistic heritage. The K-spelling is the dominant form in Poland, Czech Republic, and Slovakia, while also appearing widely in Arabic-speaking countries.
Kamila has gained traction in the US as parents seek international names that feel familiar but distinctive. The figure skater Kamila Valieva brought significant global attention to the name during the 2022 Beijing Olympics.
In Slavic cultures, Kamila is a well-established classic with centuries of use. In Arabic-speaking countries, Kamila (from the root kamal meaning perfection) is a traditional name for girls meaning 'complete' or 'perfect.' The name bridges Eastern European and Arab naming traditions.
Historical Record
Kamila first appeared in US Social Security records in 1963.
Over 19,240 babies have been named Kamila in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kamila is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #292 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Kamila is a top-10 name in Poland and Czech Republic
- Figure skater Kamila Valieva became the youngest woman to land a quad jump at the Olympics in 2022
- The Latin root 'camillus' gave rise to the word 'cameo' in some etymological theories
Kamila in Other Languages
Arabic
كاملة
French
Camille
Polish
Kamila
Italian
Camilla
Spanish
Camila
Japanese
カミラ
Popularity Over Time
#292
Current Rank
Stable
Trend
Hidden Gem
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Kamila
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Kamila Valieva
Athlete
2006
Russian figure skater, first woman to land a quadruple jump in Olympic competition
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Kamila Shamsie
Writer
1973
British-Pakistani novelist, author of Home Fire (2017 Women's Prize for Fiction)
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Camilla (Kamila) Marks Fictional
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Prominent character in classic romance fiction representing elegance and grace
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #292
- Total SSA Count
- 1,084
- Cultural Origins
- Polish Czech Arabic Spanish Brazilian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Kami
Mila
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Kamy
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Classic pairing, Czech heritage match, balanced 3-2 syllable flow
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kamila
What does the name Kamila mean?
"perfect, unblemished" (from Arabic). "attendant at religious ceremony" (from Latin). "noble, free-born" (from Slavic). Kamila is the Slavic and Arabic spelling of Camilla, ultimately derived from the Latin 'camillus,' meaning a young attendant at religious ceremonies — a child of free birth who assisted at Roman sacrifices. In Arabic, the name Kamil means 'perfect' or 'complete,' giving the name a dual linguistic heritage. The K-spelling is the dominant form in Poland, Czech Republic, and Slovakia, while also appearing widely in Arabic-speaking countries.
What is the origin of the name Kamila?
Kamila has Arabic, Latin, Slavic, Polish, Czech, Spanish, and Brazilian origins. In Arabic, it means "perfect, unblemished". In Latin, it means "attendant at religious ceremony". In Slavic, it means "noble, free-born".
Is Kamila a boy or girl name?
Kamila is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Kamila?
Kamila is currently ranked #292 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Kamila?
Common nicknames for Kamila include Kami, Mila, Cami, and Kamy.
What are good middle names for Kamila?
Popular middle name pairings include Kamila Rose, Kamila Grace, Kamila Anne, Kamila Joy, Kamila Elise, Kamila Marie, and Kamila Vera.
What are good sibling names for Kamila?
Names that pair well with Kamila as siblings include Natalia, Zoe, Sebastian, Dominik, Lena, Aleksandra, and Felix.
How many syllables does Kamila have?
Kamila has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Kamila a common or rare name?
Kamila is a popular name, ranked #292 for girls. It is well-known without being overused.
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About the Name Kamila
Kamila is a girl name with Polish, Czech, Arabic, Spanish, and Brazilian origins . The name means "perfect, unblemished" in Arabic .
Kamila is currently ranked #292 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Kamila has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Kamila include Kami, Mila, Cami, and Kamy. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Kamila include Kamiyah, Kamilla, Kamilah, Kamille, Kamiya . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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