History of the origin of the name Camelia

Camellia is a common European name that originated in English. The name Camellia comes from the name of the Camellia plant. But the name of this type of bush with beautiful flowers of a wide variety of shades appeared thanks to the scientist Carl Linnaeus. He decided to give this name in honor of the 17th century Moravian explorer D. Kamel, who brought beautiful bushes from the Philippines and described them in his botanical work.

There are two more versions of the origin of the name Camellia. According to one of them, the name Camellia is a derivative of the names Amelia and Camilla. But there is no confirmation of such a theory in the history of languages. This is just speculation. According to the second, Camellia comes from the Latin noun “camella”, which means “cup”, “bowl”. A wonderful coincidence, but also a miss.

The delicate flower name has taken root in Europe and the USA, and is often found in southern Slavic countries: Romania, Ukraine, Slovakia, Czech Republic, Macedonia. In Russia you don’t see Camellia often, so the name is suitable as a unique one.

Meaning and characteristics of the name Camellia

The name Camellia is derived from the name of plants native to southeast China. And the beautiful flowering bushes received the surname of a botanist from Romania, Camela, with the light hand of his colleague, the famous Carl Linnaeus. This is one of the so-called flower girl names. Owners of such flower names are usually perceived as equally gentle, fragile and beautiful creatures. But the image of a flower does not always coincide with the temperament of the name.

In the case of Camellia, this is exactly the case. The name evokes associations with a gentle, languid and somewhat cold person. But Camellia’s bright personality is the complete opposite of this image. Active, cheerful and lively – here she is, Camellia!

This is an easy-going, cocky and curious child. He climbs everywhere, wants everything. Loves to run, jump, and climb everywhere. Just like a little monkey, not a flower. Her activity can interfere with her studies; Camellia finds it difficult to concentrate and work hard. It is necessary to raise your daughter correctly from childhood, accustom her to work, and bring what she started to the end. Sports and organizing creative activities will help.

It will also be difficult in adolescence. Camellia always has a lot of friends and communication. And not always from good company. She is adventurous and loves to take risks. Therefore, she is drawn to dangerous adventures and is attracted to negative leaders. If parents have enough strength and patience to go through this difficult age with their daughter without loss, then it will be easier in the future.

Growing up, Camellia will become more purposeful, self-possessed, and calculating. She begins to understand life, sets goals and achieves them. It is important for her to reveal her personality and not work just for money. Or self-realization, or power, position. Artistic and reckless, the brightly gifted Camellia is wonderful in creative professions. Can connect his life with sports, rare and unique professions. Likes to challenge society.

Love is difficult for Camellia. He may be looking for “the one” all his life. It definitely won’t be limited to just one man. Family and everyday life are not her element. Of course, he will pay attention to children and household responsibilities, but rather against his will. If he gets tired of “domestic slavery”, he will run away to work and travel.

Name days:

The name is not Christian. You can be baptized with the name Camilla and celebrate your name day on March 3rd.

Diminutive version

Kami, Melechka, Kamelka, Melli, Kamisha, Kamelechka, Musya, Kamochka, Leah, Lelya, Kamochka

Abbreviated

Kami, Leah, Mellie, Mel, Kama

According to the church

no

Color

  • bright pink

Planet

  • Mercury

Element

  • air

Stone talisman

quartz, garnet

Metal

bronze

Plants

coconut tree, honeysuckle

Totem animal

a monkey

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