Cambrie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Cambrie has its roots in the Welsh word 'Cymru,' meaning Wales, and has evolved through historical forms such as Cambria in Latin. It emphasizes a connection to Welsh heritage and has gained popularity in modern times as a unique name choice. It lacks biblical relevance but is associated with positive traits of cultural identity and modernity.
The name Cambrie is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Cambrie has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Cambrie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 14057th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3070th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1766th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Cambrie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Cambrie"
Pronunciation
/ˈkeɪm.bri/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
The name Cambrie is derived from the Welsh word 'Cymru,' which means Wales. It reflects a connection to Welsh heritage and culture.
Meaning
Wales
Language Evolution
Cymru (Welsh), Cambria (Latin), Cambrie (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Cambrie began to gain popularity in the late 20th century as a unique and modern name choice, often associated with a sense of place and cultural identity.
Variants & Derivatives
Cambria, Cameron, Camryn
Modern Popularity & Image
Cambrie is perceived as a modern, trendy name that conveys a sense of uniqueness and connection to Welsh culture.
Famous People
Cambrie McCoy (social media influencer), Cambrie Smith (athlete)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Cambrie"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Cambrie"
"Cambrie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 14057th of 27321 | 47 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3070th of 35406 | 815 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1766th of 30306 | 1,431 |
Regional Popularity of "Cambrie" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Cambrie" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
66.48% 3046th/4582 |
100.00% 5164th/5164 |
41.45% 3031st/7313 |
45.08% 3364th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
38.70% 1542nd/3984 |
64.07% 2875th/4487 |
23.75% 1620th/6822 |
43.59% 2736th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Cambrie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Cambrie" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.