Cambria

Cambria is a name used for several distinct things, encompassing a historic Latin name for Wales, geographic locations, a typeface, and a brand of countertops. The term Cambria appears in historical contexts as a Latinized designation for Wales, often used in literature and classical writings.

In geography, Cambria refers to several places in the United States. Notably, Cambria County exists in Pennsylvania, Cambria, California is a small coastal town, and Cambria, Wisconsin is a village. Additional places have used the name as well. These uses are frequently linked to the historical association of the term with Wales.

In typography, Cambria is a serif typeface designed for legibility on screens and in print. It was released with Microsoft Windows and Office and has been adopted widely for body text in various documents and digital interfaces.

In manufacturing, Cambria is a brand of quartz countertops produced by Cambria, LLC. These countertops are used in kitchens and bathrooms and are known for durability, as well as a broad selection of colors and patterns.

The name Cambria can also appear in corporate, cultural, and branding contexts, where it is chosen for its historic or poetic associations with Wales or for its general connotations of tradition and quality. Because Cambria has multiple meanings, the intended reference depends on the surrounding context.