Camelia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Camelia originates from the Latin word for a flowering plant, symbolizing beauty and refinement. It has evolved through various forms, gaining popularity in the 19th century. The name carries a graceful image and is associated with notable individuals.
The name Camelia is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Camelia has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling 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, 'Camelia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3138th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2559th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2073rd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2338th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3108th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5249th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3683rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Camelia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Camelia"
Pronunciation
/kəˈmiːliə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Camelia is derived from the Latin word 'camellia', which refers to a flowering plant named after the Jesuit priest and botanist Georg Kamel.
Meaning
The name is associated with the camellia flower, symbolizing beauty and refinement.
Language Evolution
Camelia (modern English), Camellia (Latin), Camellia sinensis (scientific classification of the tea plant)
Historical Usage
Camelia became popular in the 19th century as the name of the camellia flower gained recognition in horticulture and culture.
Variants & Derivatives
Camellia, Cami, Mia
Modern Popularity & Image
Camelia is perceived as a graceful and elegant name, often associated with femininity and beauty.
Famous People
Camelia Măciucă, a Romanian athlete, Camelia Toma, a Romanian artist
📊 Camelia Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Camelia Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 71 peak births in 1987
Geographic Spread
Popular across 11 US states, with strongest presence in Texas
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Camelia"
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 "Camelia"
"Camelia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 3138th of 9107 | 151 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2559th of 9204 | 217 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2073rd of 12526 | 531 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2338th of 19264 | 552 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3108th of 27321 | 535 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5249th of 35406 | 389 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3683rd of 30306 | 505 |
Regional Popularity of "Camelia" 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 "Camelia" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
100.00% 1556th/1556 |
89.04% 2095th/2353 |
100.00% 1547th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
100.00% 2227th/2227 |
70.95% 1724th/2430 |
68.91% 1966th/2853 |
94.59% 2625th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
77.02% 2262nd/2937 |
100.00% 3483rd/3483 |
54.60% 1921st/3518 |
54.45% 2202nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
77.96% 2873rd/3685 |
72.40% 3240th/4475 |
63.21% 3283rd/5194 |
46.02% 2907th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
72.69% 5316th/7313 |
52.63% 3928th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
100.00% 4487th/4487 |
45.44% 3100th/6822 |
50.11% 3145th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Camelia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Camelia" 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.