Cammy

Spanish variation of Camilla

"young ceremonial attendant"

Cammy Origin and Meaning

The name Cammy is a girl's name.

Cammy is a charming feminine name that originated as a diminutive form of Cameron or Camilla. The name has Scottish roots in its connection to Cameron, which means 'crooked nose' or 'crooked river' in Gaelic. When derived from Camilla, it connects to Latin origins and mythology, where Camilla was a swift-footed warrior maiden. Cammy gained modest popularity in the 1960s and 1970s in English-speaking countries, often used as both a nickname and given name. The name carries a youthful, friendly quality with its cheerful ending sound. Cammy strikes a balance between cute and casual without feeling overly childish. While never reaching top-ranking status, it maintains steady usage, appreciated for its simplicity, approachability, and gentle feminine qualities.

The name Cammy in Pop Culture

• Cammy Meele character from 'Ace Attorney'