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Kemper

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Pronounced KEM-pər /ˈkɛm.pər/High

Meaning: From the German/English surname Kemper — variously 'a fighter, a champion' (Germanic kempe) and 'a wool-comber' (an occupational name); used for both sexes; here for girls; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: A fighter; a champion: Kemper is a German/English surname. Crisp, modern, and warm. Used for both sexes (here for girls).
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Origin LowGerman, English
MeaningFrom the German/English surname Kemper — variously 'a fighter, a champion' (Germanic kempe) and 'a wool-comber' (an occupational name); used for both sexes; here for girls; routes layered
U.S. rank (2025)#5824 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births21 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2023
Total births (all-time)≈ 301

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202319992025

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

Kemper comes from the German/English surname Kemper — variously 'a fighter, a champion' (from Germanic kempe) and 'a wool-comber' (an occupational name; routes layered, which we note). A crisp, modern surname-name, used for both sexes, here for girls (slug distinguished; nickname Kem).

It registers thinly for girls. Rare, a-fighter-or-a-wool-comber at the root, and crisp.

Did you know? Kemper means 'a fighter, a champion' (Germanic kempe) and 'a wool-comber' (an occupational name) — a crisp, modern surname-name, used for both sexes (here for girls; the routes are layered; said 'KEM-pər').
Overall data confidence 45%
References — Kemper — surname; routes layered

Variations

KemporKamper

Nicknames

Kem

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Kemper mean?

Kemper is a German/English surname — variously 'a fighter, a champion' and 'a wool-comber'; the routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Kemper?

It's said KEM-pər /ˈkɛm.pər/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Kemper a boy or girl name?

Kemper is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a girl's name.

How popular is Kemper?

Kemper is a rare name in the U.S.

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