Camille
c(a)-mille,
cam(il)-le
US Popularity:564
Origin:French
Other Origin(s):Roman
Meaning:helper to the priest
Camille is a gender-neutral baby name of French origin. If you’re raising baby spiritually, you’ll love the translation of this faithful name. Meaning “helper to the priest,” you can show baby the ins and outs of your religion with ease, from being a ceremonial attendant to reading a verse or two. Besides this religious association, Camille is also a variant of the Latin name Camilla. In Roman mythology, Camilla was a legendary huntress and brave warrior who helped their king on the battlefield. With this generous name, baby Camille is sure to be both kind and courageous.
Famous People Named Camille
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- Camille PissarroPainter
Camille Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Camille is currently #403 on The Bump
Boy:Camille is currently #236 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Camille is currently #288 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Camille is currently #564 in U.S. births
Boy:Camille is currently #8340 in U.S. births
Girl:Camille is currently #268 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
Gender:
Girl
#268
in 2023
- 33
from 2022
Sources
Behind the Name, Camille, July 2017
Name Doctor, Camille
Online Etymology Dictionary, Camilla, August 2023
Britannica, Camilla, Roman mythology, October 2007
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