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At a Glance
- Meaning
- The camellia flower, named for the Jesuit botanist Georg Joseph Kamel
- Origin
- Latin (botanical name)
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- kuh-MEEL-yah
Camellia is a girl's name that takes its meaning from the camellia flower, which was named for the Jesuit botanist Georg Joseph Kamel. It comes from Latin as a botanical name and is pronounced kuh-MEEL-yah. It suits parents leaning toward something free-spirited, boho, and outdoorsy, with a nature-inspired feel.
Meaning & Origin of Camellia
Meaning: The camellia flower, named for the Jesuit botanist Georg Joseph Kamel.
Origin: Latin (botanical name).
How to Pronounce Camellia
kuh-MEEL-yahIPA /kəˈmiːljə/
Popularity of Camellia
Camellia ranked #1387 in 1948, its highest spot, with 44 girls given the name that year. In 2024 it sat at #1539 with 138 births, so more babies are named Camellia now even though the rank number is a bit lower.
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FAQ
What does the name Camellia mean?
The camellia flower, named for the Jesuit botanist Georg Joseph Kamel.
How do you pronounce Camellia?
Camellia is pronounced kuh-MEEL-yah (IPA: /kəˈmiːljə/).
Is Camellia a popular name right now?
Camellia is near its all-time peak (#1387 in 1948), ranked #1539 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1921–2024.)
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