UK surname
A Scottish surname derived from the Gaelic "cam sròn" meaning "crooked nose".
In the 1881 census there were 68 people recorded with the Camron surname, ranking it #23,950 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 26, ranked #36,254, down from #23,950 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Greenwich, Gairloch and Lismore and Appin. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Camron is 185 in 1861. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 61.8%.
1881 census count
68
Ranked #23,950
Modern count
26
2016, ranked #36,254
Peak year
1861
185 bearers
Map years
3
1851 to 1891
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Camron surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Camron surname density by area, 1891 census.
Timeline
Back to topThe table below tracks recorded surname counts and rank from the 19th-century census years through the modern adult-register period.
| Year | Period | Count | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1851 | historical | 173 | #11,629 |
| 1861 | historical | 185 | #12,799 |
| 1881 | historical | 68 | #23,950 |
| 1891 | historical | 112 | #22,291 |
| 1901 | historical | 16 | #32,260 |
| 1911 | historical | 10 | #32,609 |
| 1997 | modern | 6 | #37,704 |
| 1998 | modern | 5 | #37,861 |
| 1999 | modern | 3 | #38,318 |
| 2000 | modern | 6 | #37,624 |
| 2001 | modern | 7 | #37,293 |
| 2002 | modern | 12 | #36,679 |
| 2003 | modern | 12 | #36,715 |
| 2004 | modern | 9 | #37,213 |
| 2005 | modern | 9 | #37,302 |
| 2006 | modern | 9 | #37,345 |
| 2007 | modern | 15 | #36,793 |
| 2008 | modern | 17 | #36,699 |
| 2009 | modern | 15 | #36,942 |
| 2010 | modern | 15 | #37,038 |
| 2011 | modern | 14 | #37,115 |
| 2012 | modern | 20 | #36,570 |
| 2013 | modern | 22 | #36,477 |
| 2014 | modern | 22 | #36,496 |
| 2015 | modern | 23 | #36,424 |
| 2016 | modern | 26 | #36,254 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Greenwich, Gairloch, Lismore and Appin, Rutherglen and Barra. These are the places where the surname stands out most clearly in the older records.
The modern local-area list points to No data. Treat these as concentration signals, not proof that every family line began there.
| Rank | Parish | Area |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Greenwich | London (South Districts) |
| 2 | Gairloch | Ross And Cromarty |
| 3 | Lismore and Appin | Argyll |
| 4 | Rutherglen | Lanark |
| 5 | Barra | Inverness |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Camron surname in historical and recent records.
Recent female names
Recent male names
Modern profile
Back to topModern surname records can be compared with neighbourhood classifications. For Camron, this points to the kinds of places where the surname is most concentrated today.
These neighbourhood labels describe areas, not individual people. They are useful because surnames often cluster through family history, migration, housing patterns and local work. A surname can be strongest in one type of neighbourhood even when people with that name live across the country.
The UK classification gives the national picture. The London classification is more specific to the capital, where housing, age profile, tenure and population mix can look quite different from the rest of the UK.
UK neighbourhood type
Supergroup
No data
Group
No data
Nationally, the Camron surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Camron household fits that profile, but it gives a useful signal about where the modern surname distribution is strongest.
London neighbourhood type
Supergroup
No data
Group
No data
Within London, Camron is most associated with areas classed as No data, part of No data. This gives the surname a London-specific profile rather than forcing the capital into the same pattern as the rest of the country.
Broadband speed
The modern neighbourhood pattern for Camron is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Camron, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname Camron originated in Scotland during the medieval era. It is derived from the Gaelic word "cam," meaning "crooked" or "curved," and "sron," meaning "nose." This suggests that the name was initially a nickname given to someone with a distinctive crooked nose.
The earliest recorded instances of the Camron surname can be traced back to the 13th century in the Scottish Lowlands. The name appeared in various historical records and documents, such as the Ragman Rolls of 1296, which contained the names of Scottish nobles who swore allegiance to King Edward I of England.
Camron has several spelling variations, including Cameron, Cambron, Camrone, and Cameren, reflecting the regional dialects and scribal errors common in the Middle Ages. The name is also linked to various place names in Scotland, such as Cambrun in Fife and Cambroun in Lanarkshire.
During the 16th century, the Camron surname gained prominence with the rise of the Clan Cameron, a Highland Scottish clan based in Lochaber. One notable member of this clan was Sir Ewen Cameron of Lochiel (c. 1629-1719), a renowned Jacobite military leader who fought in the Wars of the Three Kingdoms.
Another historical figure with the Camron surname was John Cameron (c. 1579-1625), a Scottish theologian and principal of the University of Glasgow. He was known for his significant contributions to the Presbyterian Church in Scotland.
In the 19th century, John Cameron (1828-1906) was a prominent Canadian politician and statesman who served as the sixth Prime Minister of Canada from 1891 to 1892.
Julia Margaret Cameron (1815-1879) was a British photographer renowned for her pioneering work in portrait photography and her artistic depictions of literary and religious themes.
Lastly, Marcia Cameron (1922-2012) was an American actress best known for her roles in various Western films and television shows during the mid-20th century.
These examples demonstrate the rich history and widespread use of the Camron surname across various regions and time periods, highlighting its Scottish origins and its association with notable figures in various fields.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Camron surname. Use the location tables for concentration, then the name and occupation tables for the people behind the surname.
Total is the county count. Frequency and index adjust for local population size, so they are better concentration signals. Ross-shire leads with 11 Camrons recorded in 1881 and an index of 60.41x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Ross-shire | 11 | 60.41x |
| Kincardineshire | 10 | 123.76x |
| Inverness-shire | 9 | 45.45x |
| Denbighshire | 6 | 23.95x |
| Northumberland | 6 | 6.08x |
| Westmorland | 6 | 41.18x |
| Middlesex | 4 | 0.60x |
| Lancashire | 3 | 0.38x |
| Banffshire | 2 | 14.53x |
| Monmouthshire | 2 | 4.17x |
| Aberdeenshire | 1 | 1.63x |
| Cornwall | 1 | 1.33x |
| Cumberland | 1 | 1.75x |
| Durham | 1 | 0.51x |
| Fife | 1 | 2.55x |
| Hampshire | 1 | 0.74x |
| Kirkcudbrightshire | 1 | 10.42x |
| Lincolnshire | 1 | 0.94x |
| Suffolk | 1 | 1.24x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Barra in Inverness-shire leads with 9 Camrons recorded in 1881 and an index of 1836.73x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Barra | 9 | 1836.73x |
| Banchory Devenick | 7 | 933.33x |
| Kendal | 6 | 224.72x |
| Llansannan | 6 | 2400.00x |
| Gairloch | 4 | 380.95x |
| North Shields | 4 | 203.05x |
| Ashton Under Lyne | 3 | 17.44x |
| Bervie | 3 | 625.00x |
| Nigg | 3 | 1304.35x |
| Urray | 3 | 526.32x |
| Aberystruth | 2 | 47.28x |
| Islington London | 2 | 3.11x |
| Longbenton | 2 | 47.85x |
| Rathven | 2 | 77.52x |
| Applecross | 1 | 196.08x |
| Basingstoke | 1 | 64.10x |
| Bethnal Green London | 1 | 3.47x |
| Dawdon | 1 | 41.15x |
| Ellenborough Ewanrigg | 1 | 250.00x |
| Kirkbean | 1 | 555.56x |
| Lumphanan | 1 | 384.62x |
| Markinch | 1 | 75.19x |
| Stamford All Sts | 1 | 169.49x |
| Stoke Climsland | 1 | 208.33x |
| Thorndon All Sts | 1 | 666.67x |
| Tottenham | 1 | 9.47x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Camron surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.
These are the male first names most often recorded with the Camron surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.
Occupational titles are kept as recorded and later transcribed, so related jobs, spelling variants and mistakes stay separate. Scholar was the census term for a child in education. That means the other rows often tell you more about adult work in Camron households.
| Occupation | Count |
|---|---|
| Scholar | 6 |
| Boatman (W Man) | 2 |
| Annuitant | 1 |
| Boilersmiths Wife | 1 |
| Carman | 1 |
| Carpenter Joiner | 1 |
| Charwoman | 1 |
| Domestic Servant | 1 |
| Errand Boy | 1 |
| Errand Girl (Messenger) | 1 |
| Game Keeper ((D S)) | 1 |
| Gamekeepers Wife | 1 |
| Grinder (CM) | 1 |
| Housekeeper | 1 |
| Inmate (Stdts) | 1 |
| Railway Signalman | 1 |
| Reeler | 1 |
| Retired Farmers Widow | 1 |
| Warhouse (CM) | 1 |
FAQ
In 1881, 68 people were recorded with the Camron surname. That placed it at #23,950 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 26 in 2016. That gives Camron a modern rank of #36,254.
A Scottish surname derived from the Gaelic "cam sròn" meaning "crooked nose".
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Camron bearers relative to the surrounding population.
The historical counts come from census surname records. The modern counts and neighbourhood summaries come from later surname distribution records. Counts are recorded bearers in those records, not a live estimate of everyone with the name today.