Camiel

Camiel as a feminine name represents an unusual gender assignment, as it is traditionally a masculine Dutch and Flemish variant of Camille, ultimately derived from the Latin name 'Camillus.' The name has ancient Roman roots where it was associated with noble birth and religious ceremonial attendants. In the Netherlands and Belgium, Camiel is used almost exclusively for boys, while girls would typically be named Camille or Kamille. The name carries a gentle, melodic quality despite its masculine Dutch usage. When used for girls outside of Dutch-speaking regions, it represents a cross-cultural adaptation that maintains the elegance of Camille with a distinctive spelling. The name has never been widely popular for either gender in English-speaking countries, making it an uncommon choice that carries European sophistication.

Pronounced KAM-yul.

As of October 2026, Camiel ranked #16566 in US births in 2004 SSA, peaked at #8927 in 1974.