Cam

What does the baby name Cam mean? Learn about what Cam means, its history & origin, popularity in our random name database, pronunciation, similar names, nicknames & spelling variations.

Cam - Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

Spelling of Cam: C-A-M, is a 3-letter female given name.
Pronunciation of Cam: KAHM; kam
Meaning of Cam: Short form of names in cam-, orange fruit, sweet citrus.
Origin of Cam: The name 'Cam' is a unisex name that can be used for both boys and girls. It does not have a specific origin or cultural background associated with it. Instead, 'Cam' is a shortened form or nickname of longer names such as Cameron or Camilla.; Asian Names; Celtic Names; Color Names; English Names; Gaelic Names; Scottish Names; Vietnamese Names
Similar Names, Nicknames, & Spelling Variations of Cam: Cama; Camala; Camar; Camaron; Cameran; Cameron; Cami; Camilla; Camille; Camron; Milla; Mille; Millie
Popularity of Cam: The popularity of the name 'Cam' varies depending on the specific longer name it is derived from. For example, the name Cameron has been consistently popular for boys in the United States since the 1980s. However, the popularity of the name Camilla has seen a slight increase in recent years, likely due to its association with the British royal family.; Cam currently has no likes. Be the first to like this name.

Etymology of Cam

As a shortened form of longer names, the etymology of 'Cam' is connected to the original names it is derived from. Cameron is a Scottish surname that means 'crooked nose' or 'bent nose'. On the other hand, Camilla is of Latin origin and means 'attendant at a religious ceremony' or 'young ceremonial attendant. '

Cultural Significance of Cam

Since 'Cam' is a nickname or shortened form, it does not hold significant cultural or historical meaning on its own. However, the longer names it is derived from may have cultural significance depending on the specific culture or origin associated with them.