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CamilaChristian Male Biblical name meaning

Younger sister

Pronunciation: kam-EE-lah

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Name
Camila
Meaning
Younger sister
Origin
Biblical
Religion
Christian
Language
English, Latin, Hebrew, Greek
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
kam-EE-lah
Lucky Number
5
5
Lucky Number
Thursday
Lucky Day
Biblical
Origin
Male
Gender

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What does Camila mean?

Camila is a male name from Biblical origin meaning "Younger sister". It is used in Christian naming contexts and appears in English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin. Pronunciation: kam-EE-lah. Lucky number: 5. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Source Language

Meaning in Greek

Greek is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

Καμίλα

Το όνομα Καμίλα σημαίνει αγνή και καθαρή

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

kam-EE-lah

IPA

/kəˈmiːlə/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Biblical

Language Usage

EnglishHebrewGreekLatin

Religion

Christian Name Context

Camila is listed as a christian male name with Biblical origin. Its meaning is Younger sister. Category: Biblical.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

5

Lucky Day

Thursday

Lucky Colors

BlueGreenSilver

Lucky Stone

Amethyst

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: creativity, self-expression, and communication

Personality

Personality Traits

KindFaithfulLoyalL: LoyalF: Faithful

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

A name for a devoted and devoted servant of God and the Blessed Virgin Mary.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Camila has a rich cultural background, as it has been popular in many countries, particularly in Latin America and Spain. It is a beautiful and elegant name that has been used for centuries. Camila is also the name of several influential and talented people, including Camila Cabello, a Cuban-American singer, and Camila Sodi, a Mexican actress and singer.
The name Camila holds significant spiritual meaning for Christians, as it is the name of a Catholic saint and a Marian title. St. Camilla was a young Roman girl who lived in the 5th century. She was known for her deep devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary and her remarkable ability to heal the sick. The name Camila is also associated with the title "Our Lady of the Camellias," which refers to the Virgin Mary's protection and care for those who are Ill or in need of healing. Thus, the name Camila carries a spiritual significance of faith, devotion, and healing.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Camila, a Christian martyr, was born in Syria in the 3rd century AD. She was tortured and executed for her refusal to marry a Roman soldier. Her feast day is celebrated on July 15.

3rd century AD

Camila, a Christian saint, was an early Christian ascetic and hermit in Egypt in the 4th or 5th century AD. She lived a life of self-denial and prayer, and is venerated as a patroness of monks and the sick. Her relics were translated to the Abbey of St-Pierre in Angers, France in 855 AD.

4th or 5th century AD

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Camila CabelloCamila AlvesCamila Mendes

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Camila

Camila signifies purity and youthfulness

🇮🇱Hebrew

קמילה

מקור שם קמילה לא ידוע אך משמעותו שזירה טהורה

🇬🇷Greek

Καμίλα

Το όνομα Καμίλα σημαίνει αγνή και καθαρή

🇮🇹Latin

Camila

Camila means youthful and pure

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Spelling variations

CamilahCamileKamila

Knowledge Graph

Connected entities and semantic relationships

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Religion
ChristianityMonotheistic Abrahamic religion based on the Bible and teachings of Jesus
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Language
HebrewSemitic language of the Jewish people and the Bible
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Language
GreekHellenic language of ancient Greece and the New Testament
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Language
LatinClassical language of ancient Rome and the Roman Catholic Church
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Language
EnglishGermanic language originating in England, now global lingua franca
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Biblical
BibleThe sacred scripture of Christianity
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Culture
Christian CultureThe cultural traditions of Christian societies worldwide
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