gender neutral
Cameron
crooked nose, bent nose
About Cameron
A name that exudes timeless appeal, Cameron has graced both historical figures and modern personalities with equal elegance. This versatile choice adapts seamlessly to any stage of life, from adorable toddler to distinguished professional. The strong consonants create a solid, dependable impression while the softer vowels prevent it from feeling harsh.
Cameron offers excellent nickname potential—Cam provides a casual, friendly alternative for everyday use. The name maintains popularity without being overly common, striking that desirable balance many parents seek.
Its cross-cultural recognition means your child will rarely need to spell or explain his name, yet it retains enough character to stand out. Whether pursuing creative endeavors or analytical careers, Cameron provides a foundation that won't pigeonhole future aspirations. The name photographs well, looks professional on resumes, and sounds confident when spoken aloud.
Popularity of the Name Cameron
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1882 | #853 | ||||
| 1883 | #813 | ||||
| 1884 | #782 | ||||
| 1885 | #957 | ||||
| 1888 | #936 | ||||
| 1895 | #887 | ||||
| 1896 | #906 | ||||
| 1900 | #911 | ||||
| 1911 | #865 | ||||
| 1912 | #921 | ||||
| 1916 | #940 | ||||
| 1920 | #745 | ||||
| 1921 | #894 | ||||
| 1922 | #941 | ||||
| 1923 | #933 | ||||
| 1924 | #966 | ||||
| 1926 | #784 | ||||
| 1930 | #991 | ||||
| 1931 | #997 | ||||
| 1934 | #986 | ||||
| 1939 | #942 | ||||
| 1941 | #961 | ||||
| 1942 | #929 | ||||
| 1943 | #877 | ||||
| 1944 | #907 | ||||
| 1945 | #776 | ||||
| 1946 | #843 | ||||
| 1947 | #770 | ||||
| 1948 | #793 | ||||
| 1949 | #702 | ||||
| 1950 | #730 | ||||
| 1951 | #696 | ||||
| 1952 | #652 | #199 | |||
| 1953 | #618 | ||||
| 1954 | #554 | ||||
| 1955 | #549 | ||||
| 1956 | #501 | #206 | |||
| 1957 | #460 | #190 | |||
| 1958 | #482 | #214 | |||
| 1959 | #496 | #212 | |||
| 1960 | #471 | #211 | |||
| 1961 | #453 | #224 | |||
| 1962 | #355 | #172 | |||
| 1963 | #416 | #162 | |||
| 1964 | #459 | #180 | |||
| 1965 | #428 | #156 | |||
| 1966 | #428 | #141 | |||
| 1967 | #417 | #137 | |||
| 1968 | #381 | #134 | |||
| 1969 | #360 | #113 | #297 | ||
| 1970 | #363 | #100 | |||
| 1971 | #360 | #88 | |||
| 1972 | #324 | #66 | #314 | ||
| 1973 | #332 | #85 | |||
| 1974 | #287 | #67 | #331 | ||
| 1975 | #209 | #58 | |||
| 1976 | #204 | #59 | #322 | ||
| 1977 | #219 | #59 | |||
| 1978 | #206 | #47 | |||
| 1979 | #211 | #51 | |||
| 1980 | #216 | #42 | |||
| 1981 | #189 | #47 | |||
| 1982 | #178 | #41 | |||
| 1983 | #177 | #39 | |||
| 1984 | #164 | #44 | |||
| 1985 | #154 | #37 | |||
| 1986 | #135 | #35 | |||
| 1987 | #96 | #37 | |||
| 1988 | #69 | #37 | |||
| 1989 | #64 | #20 | |||
| 1990 | #62 | #14 | #335 | ||
| 1991 | #62 | #16 | #233 | #65 | |
| 1992 | #53 | #17 | #273 | #67 | |
| 1993 | #54 | #14 | #347 | #59 | |
| 1994 | #52 | #13 | #211 | #61 | |
| 1995 | #49 | #13 | #192 | #55 | |
| 1996 | #49 | #19 | #211 | #55 | |
| 1997 | #45 | #34 | #13 | #157 | #56 |
| 1998 | #35 | #26 | #12 | #124 | #39 |
| 1999 | #33 | #23 | #17 | #97 | #31 |
| 2000 | #31 | #22 | #11 | #86 | #29 |
| 2001 | #35 | #21 | #15 | #104 | #30 |
| 2002 | #39 | #22 | #21 | #101 | #43 |
| 2003 | #40 | #19 | #17 | #95 | #39 |
| 2004 | #50 | #25 | #21 | #110 | #36 |
| 2005 | #52 | #31 | #20 | #113 | #41 |
| 2006 | #52 | #28 | #34 | #90 | #44 |
| 2007 | #50 | #29 | #31 | #94 | #43 |
| 2008 | #53 | #42 | #36 | #105 | #45 |
| 2009 | #58 | #51 | #46 | #104 | #54 |
| 2010 | #60 | #52 | #39 | #97 | #58 |
| 2011 | #53 | #63 | #49 | #118 | #59 |
| 2012 | #54 | #68 | #72 | #103 | #69 |
| 2013 | #59 | #76 | #62 | #114 | #78 |
| 2014 | #53 | #91 | #77 | #130 | #73 |
| 2015 | #56 | #105 | #88 | #132 | #90 |
| 2016 | #57 | #124 | #123 | #216 | #87 |
| 2017 | #60 | #122 | #134 | #145 | #99 |
| 2018 | #69 | #131 | #185 | #168 | #90 |
| 2019 | #67 | #156 | #199 | #185 | #124 |
| 2020 | #65 | #161 | #239 | #176 | #108 |
| 2021 | #62 | #149 | #206 | #170 | #112 |
| 2022 | #64 | #148 | #213 | #184 | #108 |
| 2023 | #58 | #151 | #241 | #153 | #112 |
| 2024 | #66 | #162 | #232 | #154 | #117 |
| 2025 | #76 | #176 | #248 | #221 | #123 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Cameron
Names Similar to Cameron
Nicknames for Cameron
- Cam
- Cam-Cam
- Ron
- Ronny
- Cami
Famous People Named Cameron
| Cameron Diaz | American actress |
| Cameron Boyce | American actor |
| Cameron Dallas | American internet personality |
| Cameron Monaghan | American actor |
| Cameron Bright | Canadian actor |
| Cameron Mathison | Canadian-American actor |
| Cameron Bancroft | Canadian actor |
| Cameron Mitchell | American actor |
| Cameron Mooney | Australian rules footballer |
| Cameron Smith | Australian rugby league player |
| Cameron McEvoy | Australian swimmer |
| Cameron Murray | Australian rugby league player |
| Cameron Reddish | American basketball player |
| Cameron Carter-Vickers | American soccer player |
| Cameron Ling | Australian rules footballer |
| Cameron Tringale | American golfer |
| Cameron Jerome | English footballer |
| Cameron Clark | Australian basketball player |
| Cameron Maybin | American baseball player |
| Cameron Norrie | British tennis player |
Characters Named Cameron
| Cameron Frye | Ferris Bueller's Day Off |
| Cameron Tucker | Modern Family |
| Cameron James | 10 Things I Hate About You |
| Cameron Howe | Halt and Catch Fire |
| Cameron Van Buren | House of Cards |
| Cameron Bale | The Social Network |
| Cameron Poe | Con Air |
| Cameron Watanabe | Total Drama Island |
| Cameron Campbell | Camp Camp |
| Cameron "Cam" Gigandet | Easy A |
| Cameron Mitchell | Guiding Light |
| Cameron Klein | Avengers - Age of Ultron |
| Cameron Dennis | Suits |
| Cameron | Terminator - The Sarah Connor Chronicles |
| Cameron Price | Orphan Black |
| Cameron Dunne | Fringe |
| Cameron Hicks | Alphas |
| Cameron Black | Deception |