Camey is an uncommon yet charming given name of American origin. It is derived from the surname Cammie, which itself is a variant of Cameron. The name has gained some popularity in recent years due to its unique sound and spelling, appealing to parents seeking distinctive names for their children. Pronounced as /ˈkeɪmi/, Camey consists of two syllables and ends with a pleasant, melodic 'ee' sound. It is often mistaken for Cameron or even Cami, but maintains its individuality with the 'a' vowel in the middle syllable.
"Camey was a popular name for babies during the late sixties and seventies, with peaks in 1968 (9 births) and 1980 (8 births). However, its popularity waned significantly after the eighties, with an average of only five to seven births per year from 1982 onwards. Despite this decline, there have been a total of 172 babies named Camey since 1962."