Camila
/kaˈmila/
Camila is the Spanish female given name for Camila.
Camila is a female given name. Among friends and family, it is common to use the nicknames Cami or the affectionate nickname Mila.
How do you pronounce it?
/kaˈmila/
Did you know?
- The phonetic structure of Camila is quite similar to the word camilla, which means a 'stretcher' or 'litter' used in medical contexts.
- The name has a strong connection to the concept of 'attendant' or 'acolyte' in ancient Roman history, which originally referred to young women serving in religious rites.
- In some Spanish-speaking cultures, nicknames like Mila can be used as standalone names for women who are not actually named Camila, such as those named Ludmila.
Examples in context
- Camila es de Uruguay. Es uruguaya.Camila is from Uruguay. She is Uruguayan.This sentence illustrates how to use Camila when stating someone's origin.Tatoeba #1110410 by alexmarcelo, translation #1110409 by frpzzd
- Tené más paciencia con tu abuela, Camila. Su mundo difiere del tuyo en muchos aspectos.Be more patient with your grandma, Camila. Her world is different to yours in a lot of ways.This sentence shows how to address someone directly using the name Camila.Tatoeba #1526405 by alexmarcelo, translation #13056779 by araneo
- ¡Hola, Cami! ¿Cómo estás?Hey, Cami! How are you?
- Camila vive en la casa azul.Camila lives in the blue house.
Example conversation
Two friends are talking about a mutual acquaintance.
- María¿Dónde está Camila?Where is Camila?
- MateoCamila está en la biblioteca.Camila is in the library.
- MaríaElla es muy estudiosa.She is very studious.
- MateoSí, Camila siempre estudia mucho.Yes, Camila always studies a lot.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry Camila, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
