CAMARDA
Camarda
Camarda is a British surname of Italian origin, meaning "chamberlain" in Sicilian dialect. The name likely originates from the Middle Ages when the position of chamberlain was an important role in the royal or noble court, responsible for managing the household. Over time, individuals bearing the name Camarda likely held this occupational title or were linked to someone who did.
The Camarda surname is not as common in Britain as in Italy, due to its foreign origins. However, it is an example of the diverse cultural influences that have shaped British surnames over centuries. As with many surnames, the meaning and significance of Camarda have evolved and diversified as family histories have developed, making it a unique and intriguing name to explore in the study of British genealogy.
There are approximately 20 people named Camarda in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Fewer than one in a million people in Britain are named Camarda.
Region of origin: Europe
Country of origin: Italy
Language of origin: Italian
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Daniel
- Domenic
- Domenico
Female
- Daniele
- Linda
- Maria
- Michele