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Camilla
Young noble attendant of the temple
Origin
Latin
Used in
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Popularity
#13 in the Italian baby-name ranking
Origin and meaning of Camilla
Camilla goes back to the Latin camilla, the term for a girl of noble birth who attended sacred rites. In Virgil's Aeneid it becomes the name of a fierce Volscian warrior maiden, lending it an air of courage and freedom. Common in Italy and much loved in Scandinavia, it is also familiar in the English-speaking world. Its appeal lies in classical elegance and the soft rhythm of its three syllables.
Variants around the world
How Camilla sounds in other languages.
CamilleCamilaKamilaKamilla
Famous people
- Camilla Collett— writer
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Camilla mean?
The name Camilla means Young noble attendant of the temple.
What is the origin of the name Camilla?
Origin of Camilla: Latin.
What are the international variants of the name Camilla?
International variants of Camilla: Camille, Camila, Kamila, and Kamilla.