Cameron

Cameron is a Scottish surname turned given name, derived from the Gaelic elements cam and sròn, meaning crooked nose, likely originating as a nickname for an ancestor. It was borne by the prominent Scottish Highland clan Cameron, whose history stretches back to the thirteenth century, lending the name strong associations with Scottish identity and heritage. Its use as a given name became widespread in English-speaking countries during the twentieth century and is now common for both males and females. Related forms include Camron, Kameron, and the feminine variant Camryn.