Camille
Camille is a French name derived from the Latin 'Camillus,' originally referring to a young ceremonial attendant in Roman temples. The name carries connotations of nobility and has been used for both genders historically, though it's predominantly feminine in English-speaking countries.
Current Popularity
#239 for girls
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce in multiple languages
- •Works well in both French and English-speaking contexts
- •Has a timeless quality that ages well from childhood to adulthood
- •Strong literary and artistic associations in French culture
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Famous People
Camille Claudel
French sculptor and artist
Camille Cottin
French actress
Camille Rowe
French-American model and actress
Camille Grammer
American television personality
Statistics
74,410
Total births since 1880
2012
Peak year
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