Declining since 2021, #355 for girls today.
Popularity of Kamila since 1963
Babies named Kamila per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 18 |
| 1970s | 110 |
| 1980s | 153 |
| 1990s | 386 |
| 2000s | 2,651 |
| 2010s | 9,593 |
| 2020s | 7,187 |
Meaning & origin
Kamila entered U.S. records in 1963 and has steadily risen, reaching its peak rank in 2022. As of 2025, it stands at rank 355, with approximately 1 in every 1,889 newborn girls receiving the name. The name has been on a slight downward trajectory since 2021, but remains a solid choice. Top states for Kamila include New Mexico, Nevada, and Texas, reflecting its appeal in Hispanic and Arabic-speaking communities. With roots in both Arabic and Slavic languages, Kamila offers a cross-cultural appeal that suits a modern, diverse society.
Kamila has multiple origins. In Arabic, it is the feminine form of Kamil, meaning 'perfect' or 'complete'. In Slavic languages (Polish, Czech, Slovak), it is a variant of Camilla, derived from the Latin Camillus, a Roman surname referring to a youth serving in religious rites. The name has been used across Eastern Europe and the Islamic world, gaining popularity in the United States in recent decades through immigration and cultural exchange.
Where Kamila 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.
“Kamila” around the world
Where Kamila lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
250
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kami, Mila, Kama, Kika
Sibling names for Kamila
Names that share Kamila's style, for a brother or sister.
Sisters: Amelia, Sofia, Layla, Nadia, Zara, Alaysia, Anylah, Janyla, Jaylani, Kamia, Laylani, Ailanny, Aniyla, Ariyonna, Avionna, Camora, Jaelani, Jazara, Katalaya, Malaia, Nayelis, Nayelly, Tamila, Analayah, Anayiah, Dailany, Delayla, Jamella, Janilah, Jaylanni, Jaylina, Kamoura, Kayomi, Malayla, Mikylah, Nyeli, Aaliyana, Aamori, Aidana, Aleysia, Analyah, Camyra, Damyla, Jalaila, Kailena, Kalyiah, Kameria, Kamina, Malyna, Tierrah, Umeka, Yanin
Brothers: Kamil, Elias, Mateo, Omar, Tomas, Karmelo, Jasaiah
Names like Kamila
Names whose popularity has moved with Kamila's over the last 50 years.
