The surname Camelo is derived from the Portuguese word 'camelo', meaning 'camel', and is a nickname rather than a direct origin from the desert animal. It is most prevalent in Brazil, where many people have animal-derived surnames. The name has variants in Spanish and Portuguese, often used as a nickname or indicating a place name related to camels. The surname Camelo has multiple origins Variant of Camello, a cognate of the Portuguese version. - Nickname from camelo 'camel.' - Possibly a habitational name from Cameli in Isernia province or Pietracamela in Teramo province.
