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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Crooked mouth (from Gaelic cam beul)
- Origin
- Scottish Gaelic (spelling variant of Campbell)
- Gender
- Used for both boys and girls
- Pronunciation
- KAM-bul
Kampbell is a spelling variant of the Scottish Gaelic surname Campbell, which comes from the Gaelic cam beul, meaning "crooked mouth." It's pronounced KAM-bul, exactly like the familiar spelling, so the only thing that changes is how it looks on the page. If you like the sound of Campbell but want a version that's a little less expected, this is that.
Meaning & Origin of Kampbell
Meaning: Crooked mouth (from Gaelic cam beul).
Origin: Scottish Gaelic (spelling variant of Campbell).
How to Pronounce Kampbell
KAM-bulIPA /ˈkæmbəl/
Popularity of Kampbell
Kampbell is a rare pick in the U.S.: it ranked #6621 in 2024, with 13 babies given the name. Its high point so far was #4936 in 2022, when 20 babies were named Kampbell.
Names Like Kampbell
These names have followed a similar path to Kampbell in U.S. popularity over the years.
FAQ
What does the name Kampbell mean?
Crooked mouth (from Gaelic cam beul).
How do you pronounce Kampbell?
Kampbell is pronounced KAM-bul (IPA: /ˈkæmbəl/).
Is Kampbell a popular name right now?
Kampbell peaked at #4936 in 2022 and is ranked #6621 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 2003–2024.)
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