Surname · Scottish origin
Cameron
Meaning
The surname Cameron means Crooked nose.
Origin
Scottish
Type
descriptive
The origin of the surname Cameron
Cameron comes from the Gaelic cam shron, “crooked nose,” or a hill of that name.
What kind of surname is Cameron?
Cameron is a descriptive surname, originally describing a physical or personal characteristic. It belongs to the Scottish naming tradition — you can read how Scottish surnames were formed on our Scottish last names page.
Other Scottish surnames
Other descriptive surnames
Family names formed the same way, from different cultures.
Frequently asked questions
What does the surname Cameron mean?
The surname Cameron means Crooked nose. Cameron comes from the Gaelic cam shron, “crooked nose,” or a hill of that name.
Where does the surname Cameron come from?
Cameron is a surname of Scottish origin.
What kind of surname is Cameron?
Cameron is a descriptive surname, originally describing a physical or personal characteristic.
What are other Scottish surnames?
Other Scottish surnames include Anderson, Campbell, Gordon, Grant, MacDonald, MacKenzie.