Camron is a spelling variant of the name Cameron. Cameron ultimately derives from a Scottish surname meaning "crooked nose", from Gaelic cam "crooked" and sròn "nose". As a given name, Cameron has been used primarily for boys, but Camron specifically emerged as a simplified phonetic spelling. Notable Bearers The most prominent bearer is the American rapper Cam'ron (Cameron Giles, born 1976), known for his work in hip-hop as a member of the group The Diplomats. His stage name popularized the Camron spelling. Camron Johnson (born 1999) is an American football player who played college football at the University of Houston. Variants and Usage Camron is far less common than Cameron, but shares its origins. Related variants include Camryn, Kameron, and Kamryn, which have also emerged as alternative spellings. Short forms and nicknames include Cam and Kam. Meaning: Crooked nose Origin: Scottish Gaelic surname Type: Given name (primarily masculine) Usage: English, especially in the United States