Kamillo

Kamillo is the German and, in the spelling Kamilló, Hungarian variant of the Italian name Camillo. This name has its roots in the Latin Camillus and means 'the honorable' or 'the free-born.' There are also various alternative forms such as Kamillus and Camill.

What does the name Kamillo mean?

Kamillo represents a German form of the Italian name Camillo, with the Hungarian spelling Kamilló. Its origin lies in the Latin name Camillus, which translates to 'the honorable' or 'the free-born.' Other variants include Kamillus, Camill, Kamill, Camilo (Spanish), Camille (French), and Kamil (Slavic). The female equivalent is Kamilla (Camilla).

Where does the name Kamillo come from?

The name Camillus, from which Kamillo is derived, was originally an ancient Roman nickname. Its meaning likely refers to the 'camilli,' freeborn and noble boys from respectable families who served as assistants to priests and supported sacrificial rites, similar to today's altar boys. The Latin word camillus is often translated as 'honorable boy' or 'sacrificial boy.'

How do you pronounce Kamillo?

The pronunciation of Kamillo is three syllables and has a gentle rhythm. In the German language, the name is usually rendered as 'Ka-mil-lo' [kaˈmɪlo], starting with an open A sound that conveys breadth and warmth. The initial letter K provides a clear and firm start. The double consonant '-ll-' enhances the phonetic closure, while the open '-o' gently fades away. Overall, Kamillo has a melodic, friendly, and structured sound.

Popularity

In Germany, Kamillo is a widely used first name and currently ranks 4,024th in the list of the most common male first names. In the last ten years, it has received about 20 registrations as a first name, securing it the 6,103rd place in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 7,284th.

Nicknames & pet names

Millo

Similar first names

Famous people

• Kamillo Lendvay (composer from Hungary)