Camie

Scottish

"crooked nose"

Camie Origin and Meaning

The name Camie is a girl's name.

Camie is a feminine name that likely originated as a diminutive form of names like Camilla, Cameron, or Camila. It carries a sweet, friendly quality with its soft sound and -ie ending, which is typical of affectionate nicknames. The root 'cam' appears in various languages, often connected to meanings of 'perfect' or 'divine' in Latin-based origins. While not among the most common first names, Camie has been used consistently in English-speaking countries, particularly from the 1960s through the 1980s. It strikes a balance between familiarity and distinctiveness, as most people recognize it but don't encounter it frequently. The name has a youthful, approachable quality that can transition well into adulthood. In popular culture, the name occasionally appears in literature and entertainment, giving it modest recognition without overwhelming associations.

The name Camie in Pop Culture

• Camie Boro character in the Dune series by Frank Herbert
• Camie character on TV's "The Secret of Lost Creek"
• CAMIE (Character and Morality in Entertainment) awards for uplifting films