"young ceremonial attendant, helper to the priest"
Origin: Latin
Language: English
Camila
Girl Name
#11 Most Popular
Rising
3 Syllables
A warrior princess meets a global pop star
Spanish
Portuguese
Italian
Modern
Elegant
Bold
Earthy
Meaning & Origin
"swift, noble"
Origin: Etruscan
Language: English
"ceremonial attendant, free-born noble"
Origin: Latin
Language: Spanish
"acolyte, one who serves"
Origin: Roman religious
Language: Latin
The Story of Camila
Camila derives from the Latin 'camilla,' referring to a freeborn child of noble birth who assisted at religious ceremonies. In Roman religion, camilli and camillae were youths of noble birth who served as attendants at sacrifices. Virgil immortalized the name in the Aeneid — Camilla was a warrior princess of the Volsci who could run so fast she could sprint across water. The Spanish-language form Camila has surged in popularity in the 21st century.
Camila entered the US top 20 in the mid-2010s and keeps climbing, driven by the massive success of Cuban-American singer Camila Cabello, whose hit Havana (2017) introduced her name to a worldwide audience. It reflects the broader embrace of Spanish-origin feminine names in the US.
In Latin American cultures, Camila has been a beloved name for generations, consistently among the top names in Brazil, Chile, and Argentina. Camila Cabello's global stardom gave the name extraordinary visibility across English-speaking and Spanish-speaking markets simultaneously.
Fun Facts
- Camila Cabello's song Havana (2017) reached #1 in multiple countries, catapulting the name into mainstream awareness
- In Virgil's Aeneid, Camilla was a warrior princess who could run so fast she could cross the sea without getting her feet wet
- Camila is consistently one of the top 5 girl's names in Brazil and Chile
Camila in Other Languages
French
Camille
English
Camille
Italian
Camilla
Spanish
Camila
Portuguese
Camila
Famous People Named Camila
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Camila Cabello
Musician
1997
Cuban-American pop star known for Havana and former member of Fifth Harmony
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Camila Mendes
Actor
1994
American actress known for Veronica Lodge in Riverdale
C
Camilla, Queen Consort
Royalty
1947
Queen of the United Kingdom as wife of King Charles III
C
Camille Saint-Saens
Musician
1835
French composer known for Carnival of the Animals and Symphony No. 3
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Camilla (Virgil) Fictional
Other
Warrior queen of the Volsci in Virgil's epic poem the Aeneid, ally of Turnus against Aeneas
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #11
- Total SSA Count
- 7,608
- Cultural Origins
- Spanish Portuguese Italian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Cami
Mila
Cam
Pairs Well With
Camila Rose
Camila Grace
Camila Sofia
Camila Isabel
Camila Maria
Camila Elena
Camila Alexandra
Sibling Names
Also a Boy Name
Camila is also used as a boy name, ranked #8099.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Camila
What does the name Camila mean?
"young ceremonial attendant, helper to the priest" (from Latin). "swift, noble" (from Etruscan). "ceremonial attendant, free-born noble" (from Latin). "acolyte, one who serves" (from Roman religious). Camila derives from the Latin 'camilla,' referring to a freeborn child of noble birth who assisted at religious ceremonies. In Roman religion, camilli and camillae were youths of noble birth who served as attendants at sacrifices. Virgil immortalized the name in the Aeneid — Camilla was a warrior princess of the Volsci who could run so fast she could sprint across water. The Spanish-language form Camila has surged in popularity in the 21st century.
What is the origin of the name Camila?
Camila has Latin, Etruscan, Roman religious, Spanish, Portuguese, and Italian origins. In Latin, it means "young ceremonial attendant, helper to the priest". In Etruscan, it means "swift, noble". In Latin, it means "ceremonial attendant, free-born noble". In Roman religious, it means "acolyte, one who serves".
Is Camila a boy or girl name?
Camila is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #11. As a boy name, it is ranked #8099. Camila is more commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Camila?
Camila is currently ranked #11 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Camila?
Common nicknames for Camila include Cami, Mila, and Cam.
What are good middle names for Camila?
Popular middle name pairings include Camila Rose, Camila Grace, Camila Sofia, Camila Isabel, Camila Maria, Camila Elena, and Camila Alexandra.
What are good sibling names for Camila?
Names that pair well with Camila as siblings include Mateo, Sebastian, Diego, Isabella, Sofia, Valentina, and Lucia.
How many syllables does Camila have?
Camila has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Camila a common or rare name?
Camila is a very popular name, ranked #11 among girl names in the United States.
About the Name Camila
Camila is a girl name with Spanish, Portuguese, and Italian origins . The name means "young ceremonial attendant, helper to the priest" in Latin .
Is Camila a boy or girl name? Camila is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #11 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #8,099. Camila is more commonly used as a girl name.
Camila is currently ranked #11 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Camila has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Camila include Cami, Mila, and Cam. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Camila include Camille, Camilla, Cami, Camiyah . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.