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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Champion, warrior
- Origin
- English/Scottish (occupational surname)
- Gender
- Primarily used for boys
- Pronunciation
- KEMP
Kemp comes from English and Scottish surname roots, where it was an occupational name meaning champion or warrior. That's a documented meaning rather than a guess, which is worth knowing if you want a name with a clear backstory. As a first name, U.S. birth records show it's stayed uncommon for well over a century.
Meaning & Origin of Kemp
Meaning: Champion, warrior.
Origin: English/Scottish (occupational surname).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Kemp
KEMPIPA /kɛmp/
Popularity of Kemp
Kemp's best showing in Social Security data was back in 1898, when it ranked #1224 with 5 babies given the name; by 2024 it sat at #6018 with 15 babies, so it remains a name very few families choose in any given year.
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FAQ
What does the name Kemp mean?
Champion, warrior. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Kemp?
Kemp is pronounced KEMP (IPA: /kɛmp/).
Is Kemp a popular name right now?
Kemp peaked at #1224 in 1898 and is ranked #6018 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1898–2024.)
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