Kamie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kamie is a Japanese name meaning 'spirit' or 'god', derived from the word 'kami'. The name has evolved from its original form 'Kami' and has become more recognized outside of Japan in recent years. It is often associated with creativity and has a unique modern appeal.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kamie"
Pronunciation
/ˈkeɪmi/
Origin
Japanese
Etymology
The name Kamie is derived from the Japanese elements 'kami', meaning 'god' or 'spirit'.
Meaning
spirit, god
Language Evolution
Kami (神), Kamie (カミエ)
Historical Usage
The name Kamie has been used in Japan for several decades but gained more visibility in Western cultures through media and cultural exchange.
Variants & Derivatives
Kame, Kami
Modern Popularity & Image
Kamie is perceived as a unique and modern name, often associated with creativity and spirituality.
Famous People
Kamie Crawford, an American model and television personality.
📊 Kamie Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Kamie Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 45 peak births in 1978
Geographic Spread
Popular across 4 US states, with strongest presence in Utah
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kamie"
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 "Kamie"
"Kamie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 5721st of 12526 | 85 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2817th of 19264 | 412 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3732nd of 27321 | 417 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 7537th of 35406 | 238 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 14588th of 30306 | 58 |
Regional Popularity of "Kamie" 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 "Kamie" 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) |
100.00% 2937th/2937 |
- |
81.24% 2858th/3518 |
59.25% 2396th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
74.72% 3881st/5194 |
68.20% 4308th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
94.65% 6922nd/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kamie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kamie" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Kamie" in the United States
The name Kamie 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, Kamie has been stalled for female in MidWest, 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 South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Kamie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5721st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2817th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3732nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7537th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 14588th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kamie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.