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Cameron vs Rory

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cameron

Boy #66 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"crooked river, winding stream"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish American British Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#66
Total SSA Count
4,817
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cameron Rank #66
Rory Rank #226

Cameron is more popular, ranked #66 vs #226 for Rory.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cameron or Rory more popular?

Cameron is more popular, ranked #66 compared to Rory at #226 in the United States.

What do Cameron and Rory mean?

Cameron means "crooked river, winding stream" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Rory means "red king, famous ruler" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Cameron and Rory boy or girl names?

Cameron is primarily a boy name. Rory is primarily a boy name.

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