Skip Ancestry navigation Skip to Footer Ancestry Home
  • Home
  • Trees
  • Search
  • Memories
  • DNA
  • Subscribe
  • Cart
  • Sign In
Home
Loading

Trees you own

    Shared with you

      Tree tools

      • My Trees
      • First Name Meanings
      • Last Name Meanings
      • Individual Records Search
      • Family Trees Support
      • Start a New Tree
      • Upload a GEDCOM
      Loading
      • Search All Records
      • Census & Electoral Rolls
      • Birth, Marriage & Death, including Parish
      • Military
      • Wills & Probate
      • Immigration & Travel
      • Schools, Directories & Church Histories
      • Public Member Trees
      • Card Catalogue
      • Member Search
      Memories
      Loading
      • Register a kit
      • AncestryDNA® Learning Hub
      • Traits Learning Hub
      • AncestryDNA®
      • AncestryDNA® Support
      Loading
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Academy
      • Community
      • Hire an expert
      • Site Status
      Loading
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Academy
      • Community
      • Hire an expert
      • Site Status
      Discover More Family Names with an Ancestry 14-day Free Trial* 
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Blog
      • About Us
      • Site Map
      • Gift Memberships
      • Careers
        • Ancestry Corporate
        • Fold3.com
        • ForcesWarRecords.com
        • Geneanet.org
        • Newspapers.com
        • ProGenealogists.com
        • RootsWeb.com
      • © 2002-2026 Ancestry
      • Privacy
      • Cookies
      • Terms and Conditions
      • Operated by Ancestry Ireland Unlimited Company
      Group of people

      Meaning of the first name Camelia

      Origin

      Latin

      Meaning

      Young, virginal

      Variations

      Camylia, Jamelia, Pamelia
      The name Camelia has its roots in Latin, deriving from the word camellia, which refers to an evergreen shrub renowned for its elegant flowers. This association with the resilient plant has led to its symbolic representation of youth and purity. The name Camelia gained popularity in ancient Rome due to its favorable associations, representing young and virginal characteristics. In ancient times, the name was often bestowed upon young maidens as a reflection of their innocence and purity.

      Over the course of history, the name Camelia has continued to maintain its significance. In Roman mythology, Camelia was said to be a nymph associated with the divine feminine qualities of youthfulness and purity. This representation further solidified the name's connection to its Latin origins. In modern-day usage, Camelia remains a cherished name, recognized for its gentle yet powerful connotations. It is frequently bestowed upon girls, symbolizing their innocence and youthful spirit. Its usage is widespread across various cultures, and it continues to be an enduring choice for parents seeking a name that embodies grace and purity. With its rich Latin origins, the name Camelia retains a timeless allure that has captivated individuals throughout history and continues to do so in the present day.

      Based on our records...

      Smith

      Smith

      This is the most common surname associated with Camelia.
      John

      John

      This is the most common name of those married to a Camelia.
      Mary

      Mary

      This is the most common name for a child of a Camelia.
      Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. - © Mapbox - © OpenStreetMap - Improve this map

      What are you curious about?

      Ready to learn more about your own family? Here are two ways to begin.
      Start a free trial
      Order AncestryDNA
      calendar.webp
      Based on our records...

      Did you know?

      1880 is when there were the most people born with the first name Camelia.

      Explore the origins of another name.