NAME PROFILE
Cam
Cam is of Scottish origin, meaning 'crooked' or 'bent.' It carries a sense of character and uniqueness, often associated with individuals who have a strong personality and a knack for navigating life's twists and turns.
Key Stats
| Total births | 3,195 |
| Gender | Male (22% / 78%) |
| Peak year | 2025 |
| Peak generation | Gen A |
| First recorded | 1917 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
TX — 25%CA — 25%OH — 23%LA — 16%IL — 12%
Notable People
Cam Newton (NFL Quarterback, former MVP) · Camilla Parker Bowles (Duchess of Cornwall) · Camryn Manheim (Actress, *The Practice*) · Cameron Diaz (Actress, *There's Something About Mary*) · Cameron Crowe (Filmmaker, *Almost Famous*)
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