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Girl name

Camila

Camila is a girl’s name of Latin origin, meaning “young ceremonial attendant.” It currently ranks #13 for US girls and is rising.

Meaning
Young ceremonial attendant.
Origin
Latin
US rank
#18
Syllables
3
Letters
6
Starts with
C

Camila's popularity over time

↑ Rising
#13 in 2023Peak rank #11US SSA · girls
#1#22#43201320182023

Source: US Social Security Administration national name data. Lower rank = more popular.

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Frequently asked about Camila

What does the name Camila mean?

Camila means "Young ceremonial attendant." and is of Latin origin.

Is Camila a boy or girl name?

Camila is most commonly used as a girl name in the United States.

How popular is the name Camila?

Camila ranked #13 for US girls in 2023. Over the past decade its popularity has been rising (peak rank #11).

How many syllables are in Camila?

Camila has 3 syllables and 6 letters.

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