Kemp
Kemp is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Champion, warrior, or athlete.
Origin and history
Kemp is a given name of Middle English and Old English origin, derived from an occupational surname meaning champion or warrior. Historically used primarily as a surname, it has occasionally been bestowed as a masculine given name in the United States. It remains a rare and distinct choices for parents seeking a traditional occupational name.
Popularity in the United States
1,306 babies in the United States have been named Kemp since 1880. It ranks #3400 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1858.
States where it is most popular
- NC (100 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 5 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 96 |
| 1920-1930 | 104 |
| 1930-1940 | 96 |
| 1940-1950 | 109 |
| 1950-1960 | 180 |
| 1960-1970 | 192 |
| 1970-1980 | 103 |
| 1980-1990 | 72 |
| 1990-2000 | 89 |
| 2000-2010 | 82 |
| 2010-2019 | 109 |
| 2020-2029 | 69 |
Famous people named Kemp
- Kemp Powers: playwright, screenwriter
Fun facts
- Derived from the Middle English word 'kempe', which meant champion or athlete.
- The term ultimately links to the Old Norse 'kempa', meaning warrior or fighter.