Camila
Camila first appears in US records in 1914. It peaked in 2020, when 8,165 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 6,591.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Camila popular?
Rising Camila has climbed over the past decade, given to more girls now than ten years ago.
| 2020s | 45,999 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 57,896 | |
| 2000s | 17,566 | |
| 1990s | 1,602 | |
| 1980s | 333 | |
| 1970s | 163 | |
| 1960s | 114 | |
| 1950s | 60 | |
| 1940s | 22 | |
| 1930s | 16 | |
| 1920s | 54 | |
| 1910s | 29 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Camila mean?
Camila is the Spanish and Portuguese form of Camilla, a Roman name linked to a young attendant at religious ceremonies. It is hugely popular across Latin America.
Nicknames for Camila
- Cami
- Mila
Variants & spellings
- Camilla
- Kamila
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Camila mean?
Camila means Attendant at a ritual. Camila is the Spanish and Portuguese form of Camilla, a Roman name linked to a young attendant at religious ceremonies. It is hugely popular across Latin America.
What is the origin of the name Camila?
Camila is of Latin origin.
How do you pronounce Camila?
Camila is pronounced “kuh-MEE-luh.”
Is Camila a boy or a girl name?
Camila is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Camila a popular name right now?
Camila has climbed over the past decade, given to more girls now than ten years ago.
How popular is the name Camila?
In 2025, Camila ranked #19 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Camila most popular?
Camila was most popular in 2020, when about 8,165 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What are common nicknames for Camila?
Common nicknames for Camila include Cami, Mila.
What names are similar to Camila?
Names similar to Camila include Camille, Mila, Layla, Isla.
What names go well with Camila?
Latin names that pair well with Camila include Mark, Emily, Olivia, Ava, Oliver.