What does Camela mean and where does it come from?
Camela is often considered a modern variant of the name Camelia, associated with the beautiful flowers that symbolize admiration and love. The name has been used in the United States since the late 20th century. It may not be very common, but it has gained popularity as a unique choice for parents s
Cultural significance
Camela has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a variant of the name 'camelia', which refers to the flowering plant..
Peak popularity
Reached #1771 in 1963 — currently #13919 in the US.
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Camela works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Camela Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Camela Rose
Floral · soft ending
Camela Mae
Sweet · timeless
Camela Claire
French influence · crisp
Camela Jane
Literary · strong
Camela Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Camela right now?
Falling — down 472 spots — currently #13919 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| Year | US Rank | Births | vs Prior Year |
|---|
| 2022 | #13919 | 6 | ▼ down 472 |
| 2020 | #13447 | 6 | ▼ down 2813 · -14% births |
| 1995 | #10634 | 7 | ▼ down 1279 · -12% births |
| 1990 | #9355 | 8 | ▼ down 4226 · -43% births |
| 1985 | #5129 | 14 | ▼ down 109 |
| 1980 | #5020 | 14 | ▼ down 1030 · -12% births |
| 1975 | #3990 | 16 | ▼ down 1816 · -57% births |
| 1970 | #2174 | 37 | ▲ up 93 · +32% births |
| 1965 | #2267 | 28 | ▲ up 2294 · +211% births |
| 1960 | #4561 | 9 | ▲ up 1543 · +80% births |
| 1955 | #6104 | 5 | — |
The story of Camela
Camela entered American naming records in 1914 and has been in use for over 110 years. With 790 total births recorded, Camela remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #6104 in 1955, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #13919 in 2022.
Names that peaked alongside Camela in 1963:
Camela by decade
Camela peaked in the 1960s. See all 1960s names →
| Decade | Births | |
|---|
| 1910s | 16 | |
| 1940s | 5 | |
| 1950s | 65 | |
| 1960s ★ | 288 | |
| 1970s | 209 | |
| 1980s | 128 | |
| 1990s | 46 | |
| 2000s | 11 | |
| 2010s | 16 | |
| 2020s | 6 | |
💎Camela has only 790 total recorded births since 1914 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
What are good nicknames for Camela?
What names sound and feel like Camela?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Camela also consider these
Common questions about the name Camela
What does the name Camela mean?
Camela means "a variant of the name 'Camelia', which refers to the flowering plant." — 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 Camela?
Camela is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.
What is the cultural origin of Camela?
Camela 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.
What sibling names go well with Camela?
Camela pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Is Camela a common or rare name?
Camela is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.