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Camilla

Girl name · 174 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Camilla: 174 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 11 births in 1985.

Camilla has Latin roots, derived from the ancient Roman family name Camillus, meaning “young ceremonial attendant” or “temple servant.” In Virgil’s Aeneid, Camilla was a swift warrior queen of the Volscians, lending the name a touch of classical heroism. Its most famous modern bearer is Camilla, Queen Consort of the United Kingdom, who has brought enduring visibility to the name. Another notable is actress Camilla Belle. Although no major places directly share the name, the feminine form Camille remains