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Campion

♂ Boy

Pronounced KAM-pee-un /ˈkæm.pi.ən/Medium

Meaning: From an English surname tied to the Latin campio, 'champion' (a fighter in single combat); also the name of a wildflower (campion). Borne by the Elizabethan martyr Edmund Campion and poet Thomas Campion.Medium

In 30 seconds: A name of two graces: Campion means 'champion' and names a wildflower too (said 'KAM-pee-un'). Old, scholarly, and gentle-strong.
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Origin MediumEnglish, Latin
MeaningFrom an English surname tied to the Latin campio, 'champion' (a fighter in single combat); also the name of a wildflower (campion). Borne by the Elizabethan martyr Edmund Campion and poet Thomas Campion.
U.S. rank (2024)#11130 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births6 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2022
Total births (all-time)≈ 56

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202220142024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Campion is an English surname from Latin campio, 'champion,' a fighter in single combat; it also names a meadow wildflower. Borne by poet Thomas Campion and martyr Edmund Campion, it feels scholarly and gently strong (said 'KAM-pee-un').

As a first name it is rare in the U.S., prized for its champion meaning and botanical charm. Rare, old, and distinctive.

Did you know? Campion carries a double charm — the Latin campio, 'champion,' and a delicate wildflower of the same name. It echoes poet Thomas Campion and martyr Edmund Campion, blending strength with a botanical softness (said 'KAM-pee-un').
Overall data confidence 55%
References — Campion — English surname from Latin campio 'champion'; also a wildflower

Variations

CampianKampion

Nicknames

CamChamp

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Campion mean?

Campion comes from the Latin campio, 'champion,' and also names a meadow wildflower — a name of strength and botanical charm.

How do you pronounce Campion?

It's said KAM-pee-un /ˈkæm.pi.ən/ — three syllables, stress on the first.

Is Campion a boy or girl name?

Campion is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Campion?

Campion is a rare, distinctive surname-name for boys in the U.S.

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