Camilla
Camilla is a girl name of Latin origin meaning “Young ceremonial attendant”, pronounced kuh-MIL-uh. It ranked #361 in the United States in 2025, given to 847 babies, and peaked at #263 in 2020. Common nicknames: Millie, Cami, Milla.
How popular is Camilla 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 Camilla mean, and where does it come from?
Camilla is the Latin form from which the Spanish Camila is derived, tracing back to "camillus," a term for a freeborn youth who assisted at religious rites in ancient Rome. In Virgil's Aeneid, Camilla is a swift and fearless warrior-queen of the Volscians. The name gained renewed British prominence with Camilla, Queen Consort, wife of King Charles III, lending it a distinctly royal association in recent years.
How is Camilla used around the world?
Camilla is used in 4 languages worldwide, with 5+ international variants.
TypeFemale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Camilla?
Famous People Named Camilla
- Camilla, Queen Consort — wife of King Charles III
- Camilla Belle — American actress
- Camilla Läckberg — Swedish crime novelist
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Camilla mean?
Camilla is a girl name of Latin origin meaning "Young ceremonial attendant." Camilla is the Latin form from which the Spanish Camila is derived, tracing back to "camillus," a term for a freeborn youth who assisted at religious rites in ancient Rome. In Virgil's Aeneid, Camilla is a swift and fearless warrior-queen of the Volscians.
How do you pronounce Camilla?
Camilla is pronounced kuh-MIL-uh. Common variations include Camila, Kamilla, Camille.
Is Camilla a girl name?
Yes, Camilla is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Millie, Cami, Milla.