Camille
Meaning of Camille
The name Camille is a charming and elegant choice for a baby girl, with roots tracing back to French origins. Pronounced as ka-MEEL in French and kuh-MEEL in English, this name exudes sophistication and grace. A variation of the name is Camilla, which shares similar timeless appeal. Camille has been steadily popular in the United States over the years, consistently ranking within the top 300 names for newborn girls since the early 20th century. Its enduring popularity can be attributed to its classic yet modern feel, making it a versatile choice for parents seeking a name that stands the test of time.
Pronunciation
French
- Pronunced as ka-MEEL (/ka.mij/)
English
- Pronunced as kuh-MEEL (/kə.ˈmil/)
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Notable People Named Camille
| Charles-Camille Saint-Saëns was a prominent French composer, organist, conductor, and pianist known for his works such as "Danse macabre," "The Carnival of the Animals," and the opera "Samson and Delilah." |
| Jacob Abraham Camille Pissarro was a Danish-French Impressionist and Neo-Impressionist painter known for his contributions to both movements and his collaborations with other prominent artists. |
| Camille Anna Paglia is an American academic, social critic, and feminist known for her criticism of modern culture and her influential writings on art and feminism. |
| Camille Rosalie Claudel was a French sculptor celebrated for her original and high-quality figurative works in bronze and marble, gaining recognition posthumously for pieces like The Waltz and The Mature Age. |
| Nicolas Camille Flammarion was a French astronomer, author, and prolific writer known for his popular science works on astronomy, early science fiction novels, and publications on psychical research. |
| Camille Veronica Kostek is an American model, television presenter, and actress known for her appearance in the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue and as the cover model for the magazine's 2019 edition. |
| Camille Josephine Billops was a multi-talented African-American artist known for her work in sculpture, film, archiving, printmaking, and education. |
| Camille Muffat was a French swimmer and three-time Olympic medalist known for her achievements in individual medley and freestyle events. |
| Camille Zamora is an acclaimed American soprano known for her versatile performances across various musical genres, from opera and zarzuela to oratorio and art song. |
| Camille Edouard Dreyfus, a Swiss chemist, co-invented Celanese and established The Camille and Henry Dreyfus Foundation in honor of his brother. |
| Camille Meyer is an American actress, dancer, model, and television personality who gained fame for her appearances on The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. |
| Camille Doncieux - Camille-Léonie Doncieux was the first wife of French painter Claude Monet and the subject of several famous paintings by Monet, Renoir, and Manet. |
| Camille Lepage was a French photojournalist who was tragically killed during the conflict in the Central African Republic in 2014, marking the first death of a Western journalist in the conflict. |
| Camille Stewart is an American technology and cybersecurity attorney, public speaker, and entrepreneur, known for her work at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Google. |
| Camille de Morel (1547-1611) was a renowned 16th-century French poet and writer. |
