Declining since 2012, #1,990 for girls today.
Popularity of Cambria since 1963
Babies named Cambria per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 22 |
| 1970s | 165 |
| 1980s | 410 |
| 1990s | 741 |
| 2000s | 1,580 |
| 2010s | 2,413 |
| 2020s | 875 |
Meaning & origin
Cambria first appeared on U.S. birth records in 1963, but it saw its strongest use in the early 2010s, peaking in 2012. Since then, its popularity has been falling, ranking 1990th in 2025 where roughly 1 in 16,742 newborn girls received the name. The name is most common in California, Washington, and Texas. Its appeal likely lies in its melodic sound and connection to Wales, though its etymology as the Latinized form of Cymru gives it a literary and historical weight. Cambria remains a distinctive choice, one that balances a soft femininity with a subtle nod to ancient Britain.
Cambria is the Latinized name for Wales, derived from the Welsh Cymru. It was used in medieval Latin texts and later adopted as a poetic or historical term. As a given name, it emerged in the United States in the 1960s, likely influenced by place names or the word 'cambrian'.
Where Cambria is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Cam, Brie, Cami
Sibling names for Cambria
Names that share Cambria's style, for a brother or sister.
