Holding steady, #14,942 for girls today.
Popularity of Kamera since 1974
Babies named Kamera per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 6 |
| 1980s | 11 |
| 1990s | 84 |
| 2000s | 80 |
| 2010s | 72 |
| 2020s | 21 |
Meaning & origin
Kamera is a highly uncommon U.S. name that first appeared in Social Security records in 1974. Its popularity peaked in 2008, but even then it remained extremely rare. In 2025, it ranked 14,942, meaning roughly 1 in 321,453 newborn girls received the name. The trajectory of Kamera has been stable over recent decades, with no recorded top states indicating regional preference. The name's etymology is unclear; it may be a modern invented spelling inspired by similar-sounding names or the Italian surname Camara. Given its obscurity, Kamera offers a distinctive choice for parents seeking a unique name with a modern feel.
Kamera is a rare modern name or spelling variant. It may be an elaborated form of the surname Camara, or a modification of Kamara, itself possibly from Greek kamara, 'vault' or 'arch'. As a given name, it first appeared in U.S. records in 1974, but has never achieved widespread use. The spelling with 'K' is likely a contemporary innovation.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kam, Kami, Mera
Sibling names for Kamera
Names that share Kamera's style, for a brother or sister.
