Kamie

“god, spirit”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#11693US 2022

8Births / yr

↑Rising

1.2kAll-time births

📅 Since 195700

What does Kamie mean and where does it come from?

Kamie has both Japanese and English influences; in Japanese, it can be translated to mean 'god' or 'spirit,' often used to indicate divine belief or presence. In English contexts, it is sometimes considered a diminutive form of names like Kamila, implying purity. The name may not be widely recognize

Cultural significance

Kamie has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of god, spirit.

Peak popularity

Reached #2114 in 1978 — currently #11693 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Kamie?

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

Kamie Grace

How popular is Kamie right now?

Rising fast — up 2627 spots — currently #11693 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1960–2022#11693 · Top 8.6%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2022	#11693	8	▲ up 2627 · +33% births
2021	#14320	6	▼ down 721
2020	#13599	6	▼ down 2570 · -33% births
2015	#11029	9	▼ down 1690 · -25% births
2010	#9339	12	▼ down 2115 · -25% births
2005	#7224	16	▼ down 1461 · -16% births
2000	#5763	19	▼ down 862 · -5% births
1995	#4901	20	▼ down 1910 · -47% births
1990	#2991	38	▼ down 654 · -12% births
1985	#2337	43	▲ up 503 · +34% births
1980	#2840	32	▼ down 287 · +3% births
1975	#2553	31	▲ up 20 · +7% births
1970	#2573	29	▲ up 567 · +71% births
1965	#3140	17	▲ up 1610 · +89% births
1960	#4750	9	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Kamie

Best Year1985Rank #2337

Peak Count43

Average Rank#6603

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1960 - 202215 years

The story of Kamie

Kamie entered American naming records in 1957 and has been in use for over 67 years. With 1,190 total births recorded, Kamie remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #4750 in 1960, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #11693 in 2022.

Names that peaked alongside Kamie in 1978:

Jennifer Melissa Jessica Amy Heather

Kamie by decade

Kamie peaked in the 1970s. See all 1970s names →

Decade	Births
1950s	24
1960s	152
1970s ★	289
1980s	286
1990s	220
2000s	159
2010s	54
2020s	6

💎With 1,190 total births, Kamie is an uncommon but established name.

What are good nicknames for Kamie?

Common

KamKamy

What names sound and feel like Kamie?

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

American · rejoice, happiness

Karie

American · A variant of

American · Rhyming form of

Mamie

American · diminutive of Mary

Common questions about the name Kamie

What does the name Kamie mean?

Kamie means "god, spirit" — 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 Kamie?

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

What is the cultural origin of Kamie?

Kamie 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 Kamie trending right now?

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

Is Kamie a common or rare name?

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