Camas Name Meaning, Popularity and Origins
Origin:
Native American (Nez Perce)
Gender Distribution:
0% Masculine / 100% Feminine
Meaning:
Camas means 'sweet root' and is associated with nature and beauty.
Meaning of the Name Camas
Camas is a name of Native American origin, specifically from the Nez Perce tribe. The name is derived from the Nez Perce word 'qém’es', which means 'sweet root'. It was given to a flower that grows in the Pacific Northwest, known for its edible bulbs. The name Camas is associated with nature, beauty, and nourishment.
Popularity of the Name Camas
The popularity for the name Camas peaked in popularity in the year 1979 with 7 births, which ranked number 12,899 out of 17,349 unique names for that year. Camas had the most female births in 1979 with 7, which ranked number 8,058 out of 11,971 female names for that year.
Nationwide Popularity of Camas
- 20 Year Trend of Camas: -100.00%
Popularity of Camas by State
We have no state ranking data available for the name Camas. This means no states recorded more than 5 births for Camas in the most recent calendar year. If you are looking for a rare or unique name, Camas is a great pick!
2024 Popularity Projections for Camas
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