Kamryn
Kamryn is a girl name of Scottish Gaelic origin meaning “Crooked nose”, pronounced KAM-rin. It ranked #556 in the United States in 2025, given to 544 babies, and peaked at #269 in 2008. Common nicknames: Kam, Rynnie.
How popular is Kamryn 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 Kamryn mean, and where does it come from?
Kamryn is a feminine spelling variant of Cameron, drawing on the Scottish Gaelic elements "cam," meaning "crooked," and "sron," meaning "nose," originally a Highland clan surname. As a girl's name, Kamryn emerged in the late twentieth century as part of a wave of surname-based names adapted for girls, and its "-ryn" ending gives it a soft, modern finish. It has been a steady, if modest, presence on American popularity charts since the early 2000s.
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Famous People Named Kamryn
- Kamryn Beck — American professional soccer player (Houston Dash)
- Kamryn Palmer — American country music singer
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Kamryn mean?
Kamryn is a girl name of Scottish Gaelic origin meaning "Crooked nose." Kamryn is a feminine spelling variant of Cameron, drawing on the Scottish Gaelic elements "cam," meaning "crooked," and "sron," meaning "nose," originally a Highland clan surname. As a girl's name, Kamryn emerged in the late twentieth century as part of a wave of surname-based names adapted for girls, and its "-ryn" ending gives it a soft, modern finish.
How do you pronounce Kamryn?
Kamryn is pronounced KAM-rin. Common variations include Camryn, Kamren, Kamrynn.
Is Kamryn a girl name?
Yes, Kamryn is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Kam, Rynnie.