Camila
Camila is a girl name of Latin origin meaning “Young ceremonial attendant”, pronounced kah-MEE-lah. It ranked #19 in the United States in 2025, given to 6,591 babies, and peaked at #11 in 2020. Common nicknames: Cami, Mila, Cam.
How popular is Camila in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Camila mean, and where does it come from?
Camila is the Spanish and Portuguese form of Camilla, derived from the Latin "camillus," a term for a young person serving as an attendant at religious ceremonies. In Virgil's Aeneid, Camilla was a legendary warrior maiden and queen of the Volscians, renowned for her speed and bravery in battle. The name has been popular in Romance-language countries for centuries and experienced a sharp rise in the English-speaking world during the 2000s. Cuban-American singer Camila Cabello helped bring the name into the global spotlight, and it has become one of the fastest-climbing girl names in the United States.
How is Camila used around the world?
Camila is used in 0 languages worldwide, with 4+ international variants.
Male FormCamilito
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Camila?
Famous People Named Camila
- Camila Cabello — Cuban-American singer and songwriter
- Camilla, Queen Consort — wife of King Charles III
- Camila Mendes — American actress (Riverdale)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Camila mean?
Camila is a girl name of Latin origin meaning "Young ceremonial attendant." Camila is the Spanish and Portuguese form of Camilla, derived from the Latin "camillus," a term for a young person serving as an attendant at religious ceremonies. In Virgil's Aeneid, Camilla was a legendary warrior maiden and queen of the Volscians, renowned for her speed and bravery in battle.
How do you pronounce Camila?
Camila is pronounced kah-MEE-lah. Common variations include Camilla, Kamila, Kamilla.
Is Camila a girl name?
Yes, Camila is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Cami, Mila, Cam.