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Cammy
Pronounced KAM-ee /ˈkæm.i/High
Meaning: A pet form of Camille, Camilla or Cameron. The Latin camilla names a young attendant at a religious rite; Cameron is a Scottish surname. Which one Cammy shortens depends on the family, which we note.Low
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Cammy is a pet form serving Camille, Camilla and sometimes Cameron. Its most classical parent is the Latin camilla, a young attendant at a religious rite, immortalized by Virgil's swift warrior maiden. Gamers may also know Cammy from Street Fighter. Bright and playful (said 'KAM-ee').
In the U.S. it appears rarely, usually as a nickname made official. Rare, cheerful, and casual.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Cammy mean?
Cammy is a pet form of Camille or Camilla (Latin 'young ritual attendant'), and sometimes of Cameron.
How do you pronounce Cammy?
It's said KAM-ee /ˈkæm.i/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Cammy a boy or girl name?
Cammy is used mainly as a girl's name, though it can shorten Cameron for a boy.
How popular is Cammy?
Cammy is rare in the U.S. as a formal given name.