Holding steady.
Popularity of Kamaryn since 1993
Babies named Kamaryn per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 37 |
| 2000s | 79 |
| 2010s | 8 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Kamaryn entered U.S. birth records in 1993, a relatively recent addition to the landscape of American given names. It peaked in usage in 1999, a pattern typical of many modern respellings that emerge and maintain a small but steady presence. The name has never appeared in the national top 1000, remaining a rare choice. Its trajectory is stable, indicating consistent but infrequent use since the 1990s. While Kamaryn does not appear in any top state rankings, its resemblance to the more common Cameron gives it a familiar yet distinct feel. Parents drawn to this name are likely seeking a modern, feminine twist on a classic Scottish surname.
Kamaryn is a modern respelling of Cameron, a Scottish surname derived from Gaelic cam 'crooked' and sròn 'nose', originally a nickname for someone with a bent nose. The spelling Kamaryn emerged in the late 20th century, part of a trend of substituting 'y' for 'e' or 'o' to create a feminine or distinctive variant.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kam, Kami, Ryn
Sibling names for Kamaryn
Names that share Kamaryn's style, for a brother or sister.
