Camryn
Crooked nose — a girl name of Scottish origin
Popularity of Camryn in the United States
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Meaning & Origin of Camryn
Camryn is a modern feminine spelling of Cameron, the Scottish clan name derived from "cam" (crooked) and "sron" (nose). It emerged as an independent name for girls in the 1990s, part of a broader trend of adapting traditionally male Scottish surnames into softer feminine spellings. Actress Camryn Manheim helped bring visibility to the name in American popular culture.
Camryn Around the World
Camryn is used in 0 languages worldwide, with 1+ international variants.
TypeFemale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
Nicknames for Camryn
Famous People Named Camryn
- Camryn Manheim — American actress
- Camryn Bynum — American NFL safety
- Camryn Grimes — American actress
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Camryn mean?
Camryn is a girl name of Scottish origin meaning "Crooked nose." Camryn is a modern feminine spelling of Cameron, the Scottish clan name derived from "cam" (crooked) and "sron" (nose). It emerged as an independent name for girls in the 1990s, part of a broader trend of adapting traditionally male Scottish surnames into softer feminine spellings.
How do you pronounce Camryn?
Camryn is pronounced KAM-rin. Common variations include Kamryn, Camren, Camrynn.
Is Camryn a girl name?
Yes, Camryn is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Cam.
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