Cambre

“crooked, bent”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#13755US 2023

6Births / yr

↑Rising

115All-time births

📅 Since 199400

What does Cambre mean and where does it come from?

Cambre is a relatively uncommon name in the United States. It has origins in Old Welsh, where it refers to something that is 'crooked' or 'bent.' While not widely used, it appears in artistic contexts, often appreciated for its uniqueness. Due to its rarity, it is sometimes used in creative works to

Cultural significance

Cambre has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of crooked, bent.

Peak popularity

Reached #9828 in 2014 — currently #13755 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Cambre?

Cambre works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Cambre Grace

How popular is Cambre right now?

Rising fast — up 1944 spots — currently #13755 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2005–2023#13755 · Top 10%

2005

2010

2015

2021

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#13755	6	▲ up 1944 · +20% births
2021	#15699	5	▲ up 1709
2015	#17408	5	▼ down 1580 · -17% births
2010	#15828	6	▼ down 3338 · -25% births
2005	#12490	8	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Cambre

Best Year2005Rank #12490

Peak Count8

Average Rank#15036

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2005 - 20235 years

The story of Cambre

Cambre is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1994. With 115 total births recorded, Cambre remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #12490 in 2005, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #13755 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Cambre in 2014:

Emma Olivia Sophia Isabella Ava

Cambre by decade

Cambre peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	22
2000s	34
2010s ★	59

💎Cambre has only 115 total recorded births since 1994 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Cambre?

Common

CamCaAmbre

What names sound and feel like Cambre?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Cambre also consider these

Cambrey

American · Crooked river

Tambre

American · a combination of

Kambre

American · the one who

Cambrie

American · From the land

Cambree

American · a modern variation

Cymbre

American · A form of

Maybre

American · a variation of

Ambre

France · Amber

Common questions about the name Cambre

What does the name Cambre mean?

Cambre means "crooked, bent" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Cambre?

Cambre is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Cambre have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Cambre?

Cambre originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Cambre trending right now?

Cambre is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Cambre a common or rare name?

Cambre is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.