Cami Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Cami is a modern name with roots in Latin, derived from 'Camilla', meaning 'young ceremonial attendant'. Its evolution includes historical forms such as Camilla and Camillus. The name is perceived as trendy and youthful, with no direct biblical relevance. Cami has gained popularity since the 20th century and has notable variants like Camilla and Cammie.
The name Cami is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) 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, Cami 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, 'Cami' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3170th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1079th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1505th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2081st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3257th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Cami' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Cami"
Pronunciation
/ˈkæmi/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Cami is derived from the Latin name 'Camilla', which means 'young ceremonial attendant'. It was used in ancient Rome for girls who were dedicated to the service of the temple.
Meaning
young ceremonial attendant
Language Evolution
Camilla (Latin), Camillus (Latin masculine form), Cami (modern English)
Historical Usage
Cami gained popularity in the 20th century as a diminutive or affectionate form of Camilla, which has been used in various cultures.
Variants & Derivatives
Camilla, Cammie, Cam
Modern Popularity & Image
Cami is viewed as a modern, trendy name often associated with youth and vitality. It has a friendly and approachable vibe.
Famous People
Cami Li, a model and television personality, Cami Dunaway, a business executive
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Cami"
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 "Cami"
"Cami" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3170th of 12526 | 263 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1079th of 19264 | 1,796 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1505th of 27321 | 1,543 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2081st of 35406 | 1,440 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3257th of 30306 | 594 |
Regional Popularity of "Cami" 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 "Cami" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
100.00% 2430th/2430 |
- |
60.32% 1674th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
36.91% 1084th/2937 |
48.38% 1685th/3483 |
43.23% 1521st/3518 |
18.94% 766th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
44.91% 1655th/3685 |
85.79% 3839th/4475 |
40.22% 2089th/5194 |
17.62% 1113th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
40.90% 1874th/4582 |
62.45% 3225th/5164 |
35.20% 2574th/7313 |
35.21% 2628th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
73.62% 2933rd/3984 |
87.74% 3937th/4487 |
53.97% 3682nd/6822 |
69.36% 4353rd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Cami"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Cami" 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.