Camille
GirlFrench
Camille is a girl name of French origin meaning "Young ceremonial attendant".
About this name
Gender
Girl
Language
French
Religion
Christian
Popularity
11 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
7 letters
Meaning
Young ceremonial attendant
Etymology
From Latin Camillus, a name for a young ceremonial attendant; French variant of Camilla.
Famous People Named Camille
- Camille Pissarro — Danish-French painter (1830-1903)
- Camille Flammarion — French astronomer and author (1842–1925)
- Camille Claudel — French sculptor (1864–1943)
- Camille — French singer (born 1978)
- Camille Montagne — French botanist, bryologist, and mycologist (1784–1866)
Frequently Asked Questions About Camille
What does the name Camille mean?
Camille means "Young ceremonial attendant", and is of French origin.
What is the origin of the name Camille?
Camille originates from French, commonly used in Europe.
Is Camille a boy or girl name?
Camille is typically used as a girl name.
What religion is the name Camille associated with?
Camille is associated with Christian.
Are there famous people named Camille?
Yes — notable people named Camille include Camille Pissarro (Danish-French painter, 1830-1903), Camille Flammarion (French astronomer and author, 1842–1925), Camille Claudel (French sculptor, 1864–1943), Camille (French singer, born 1978) and Camille Montagne (French botanist, 1784–1866).
Last updated: June 2026