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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Short form of Camilla (a Latin term for a ceremonial attendant)
- Origin
- English/French (short form of Camilla)
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- KAM-ee
Cami is a short form of Camilla, a name that traces back to a Latin term for a ceremonial attendant. It comes from English and French usage and is pronounced KAM-ee (/ˈkæmi/). With a clean, modern style, it works well as a compact name on its own or as a nickname tied to the longer Camilla.
Meaning & Origin of Cami
Meaning: Short form of Camilla (a Latin term for a ceremonial attendant).
Origin: English/French (short form of Camilla).
How to Pronounce Cami
KAM-eeIPA /ˈkæmi/
Popularity of Cami
Social Security Administration data from 1955 to 2024 shows Cami at its most popular in 1967, ranking #506 with 351 babies given the name that year. By 2024 it had dropped to #3222, with only 49 babies named Cami.
Names Like Cami
These names share Cami’s style, era or origin.
FAQ
What does the name Cami mean?
Short form of Camilla (a Latin term for a ceremonial attendant).
How do you pronounce Cami?
Cami is pronounced KAM-ee (IPA: /ˈkæmi/).
Is Cami a popular name right now?
Cami peaked at #506 in 1967 and is ranked #3222 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1955–2024.)
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