"chamber, room"
Origin: Arabic qamara
Language: Portuguese
Camora
Girl Name
#5,177 Most Popular
Hidden Gem
3 Syllables
A rare, melodic invention with bold, flowing sound
Spanish
American
English
Bold
Modern
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Meaning & Origin
"crooked nose"
Origin: Old Italian
Language: Italian
"creative variant of Tamara (date palm)"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
Things to Know About This Name
- Camorra is the name of the Neapolitan organized crime organization (similar to the Mafia), which may concern some parents
The Story of Camora
Camora appears to be a variant or invented form of Camara or Camorra. Camara (from Arabic 'qamara,' meaning chamber or room) is a common surname in West Africa and Portugal. As a given name, Camora may also be a creative variant of Tamara (Hebrew, 'date palm'), or an invented name combining elements of Camilla and Aurora.
Camora is an extremely rare given name, likely chosen by parents who are attracted to its flowing sound and want something distinctive. The three-syllable -ora ending connects it to a broader trend of melodic names ending in 'a' (Aurora, Nora, Cora, Flora).
Parents should be aware that Camorra (very close in spelling and pronunciation) is the name of the Neapolitan organized crime syndicate, Italy's oldest criminal organization dating to the 17th century. This association is unlikely to affect a child's life in most contexts, but it's worth knowing.
Fun Facts
- The '-mora' ending connects this name to other vintage names like Leonora, Lenora, and Eleanora
- Camara, a similar name, is a common surname among Mandé peoples of West Africa, where it can mean 'teacher' or 'storyteller'
Camora in Other Languages
French
Camora
Italian
Camora
Spanish
Camora
Portuguese
Câmara
Popularity Over Time
#5,177
Current Rank
Stable
Trend
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Famous People Named Camora
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Camara (storyteller tradition)
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A name common among griots (oral historians and storytellers) in West African Mandé culture, carrying the meaning of kee...
A name common among griots (oral historians and storytellers) in West African Mandé culture, carrying the meaning of keeper of history
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #5,177
- Total SSA Count
- 25
- Cultural Origins
- Spanish American English
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
Cam
Cami
Mora
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Frequently Asked Questions About Camora
What does the name Camora mean?
"chamber, room" (from Arabic qamara). "crooked nose" (from Old Italian). "creative variant of Tamara (date palm)" (from Hebrew). Camora appears to be a variant or invented form of Camara or Camorra. Camara (from Arabic 'qamara,' meaning chamber or room) is a common surname in West Africa and Portugal. As a given name, Camora may also be a creative variant of Tamara (Hebrew, 'date palm'), or an invented name combining elements of Camilla and Aurora.
What is the origin of the name Camora?
Camora has Arabic qamara, Old Italian, Hebrew, Spanish, American, and English origins. In Arabic qamara, it means "chamber, room". In Old Italian, it means "crooked nose". In Hebrew, it means "creative variant of Tamara (date palm)".
Is Camora a boy or girl name?
Camora is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Camora?
Camora is currently ranked #5177 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Camora?
Common nicknames for Camora include Cam, Cami, and Mora.
What are good middle names for Camora?
Popular middle name pairings include Camora Rose, Camora Jane, Camora Grace, Camora Lee, Camora Sky, and Camora Faye.
What are good sibling names for Camora?
Names that pair well with Camora as siblings include Kamora, Aurora, Camille, Nora, Mara, and Cora.
How many syllables does Camora have?
Camora has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Camora a common or rare name?
Camora is an uncommon name, ranked #5177 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Camora
Camora is a girl name with Spanish, American, and English origins . The name means "chamber, room" in Arabic qamara .
Camora is currently ranked #5,177 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Camora has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Camora include Cam, Cami, and Mora. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.