Champion: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: ch-ahmp-ee-ohn
Origin: France
gender-male

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Western Europe
Meaning: Champion signifies 'strength'.

Champion is a name that signifies strength, resilience, and victory. Derived from the English word champion, it originally meant a winner in a competition. The name has its roots in Latin, with "campio" meaning 'a plain' or 'field of battle.' Over time, the name evolved to denote a triumphant individual in various challenges and competitions. In English and French, it has been associated with athletes and warriors. The name has also been used as a surname with diverse origins, including habitational names from places like Champagne in France. In literature and entertainment, Champion is synonymous with heroism and triumph, symbolizing the human spirit's ability to overcome adversity.

Champion Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Champion is currently #6432 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Champion is currently #2779 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Champion is currently #3228 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Champion is currently #1417 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

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