"young ceremonial attendant, acolyte"
Origin: Etruscan-Latin
Language: Italian
Camillo
Pronunciation: [ k-uhm-IHL-oh ]
Boy Name
#5,476 Most Popular
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3 Syllables
A distinguished Italian name carrying Roman heroism and saintly compassion
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Spanish
Latin American
Portuguese
Classic
Elegant
Sophisticated
Traditional
Meaning & Origin
"noble, of good character"
Origin: Latin Camillus
Language: Latin
The Story of Camillo
Camillo is the Italian form of the ancient Roman name Camillus, which was a Etruscan-Latin word for a youth who assisted priests in religious ceremonies. The name was borne by the legendary Roman hero Marcus Furius Camillus (c. 446-365 BCE), considered one of the greatest military commanders in Roman history. In Christian tradition, Saint Camillus de Lellis (1550-1614) was a renowned Italian friar who founded a religious order dedicated to the sick.
Camillo has been a distinguished name throughout Italian history and continues to be used in Italy, Spain, and Latin America. The Spanish variant Camilo has been rising in the United States due to the success of Colombian reggaeton and pop singer Camilo, who has won multiple Latin Grammy Awards.
The name carries enormous historical weight in both Roman and Catholic traditions. Marcus Furius Camillus is known as the second founder of Rome for his role in rebuilding the city after the Gallic sack of 390 BCE. Saint Camillus is the patron saint of nurses, the sick, and hospitals — making the name meaningful for medical families.
Fun Facts
- Marcus Furius Camillus is considered the second founder of Rome after Romulus
- Saint Camillus de Lellis invented the concept of the hospital chaplain and medical care as a religious vocation
- Colombian pop star Camilo (Camilo Echeverry) has been called the Prince of Latin Pop
Camillo in Other Languages
Latin
Camillus
French
Camille
Italian
Camillo
Spanish
Camilo
Portuguese
Camilo
Popularity Over Time
#5,476
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Famous People Named Camillo
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Camilo (Camilo Echeverry)
Musician
1994
Colombian singer-songwriter known as the Prince of Latin Pop, multiple Latin Grammy winner
C
Camillo di Cavour
Politician
1810
Italian statesman and chief architect of Italian unification in the 19th century
S
Saint Camillus de Lellis
Religious
1550
Italian patron saint of the sick, nurses, and hospitals who founded the Camillian Order
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Marcus Furius Camillus
Military
Ancient Roman general and statesman, considered the second founder of Rome after rebuilding it following the Gallic inva...
Ancient Roman general and statesman, considered the second founder of Rome after rebuilding it following the Gallic invasion of 390 BCE
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #5,476
- Total SSA Count
- 17
- Cultural Origins
- Italian Spanish Latin American Portuguese
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Cami
Millo
Cam
Pairs Well With
Camillo Alejandro
Camillo Francisco
Camillo Lorenzo
Camillo Rafael
Camillo Antonio
Camillo Giovanni
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Frequently Asked Questions About Camillo
What does the name Camillo mean?
"young ceremonial attendant, acolyte" (from Etruscan-Latin). "noble, of good character" (from Latin Camillus). Camillo is the Italian form of the ancient Roman name Camillus, which was a Etruscan-Latin word for a youth who assisted priests in religious ceremonies. The name was borne by the legendary Roman hero Marcus Furius Camillus (c. 446-365 BCE), considered one of the greatest military commanders in Roman history. In Christian tradition, Saint Camillus de Lellis (1550-1614) was a renowned Italian friar who founded a religious order dedicated to the sick.
What is the origin of the name Camillo?
Camillo has Etruscan-Latin, Latin Camillus, Italian, Spanish, Latin American, and Portuguese origins. In Etruscan-Latin, it means "young ceremonial attendant, acolyte". In Latin Camillus, it means "noble, of good character".
Is Camillo a boy or girl name?
Camillo is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Camillo?
Camillo is pronounced k-uhm-IHL-oh.
How popular is the name Camillo?
Camillo is currently ranked #5476 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Camillo?
Common nicknames for Camillo include Cami, Millo, and Cam.
What are good middle names for Camillo?
Popular middle name pairings include Camillo Alejandro, Camillo Francisco, Camillo Lorenzo, Camillo Rafael, Camillo Antonio, and Camillo Giovanni.
What are good sibling names for Camillo?
Names that pair well with Camillo as siblings include Lorenzo, Matteo, Valentina, Isabella, Emilio, Marco, and Sofia.
How many syllables does Camillo have?
Camillo has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Camillo a common or rare name?
Camillo is an uncommon name, ranked #5476 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Camillo
Camillo is a boy name with Italian, Spanish, Latin American, and Portuguese origins . The name means "young ceremonial attendant, acolyte" in Etruscan-Latin .
Camillo is currently ranked #5,476 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Camillo has 3 syllables and is pronounced k-uhm-IHL-oh, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Camillo include Cami, Millo, and Cam. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Camillo include Camilo . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.