Kemp

Kemp Meaning & Origin

About Kemp
The name "Kemp" is of English origin and is derived from the Middle English word "kempe," meaning "champion" or "warrior." It is a surname that was often given to individuals who displayed strength, bravery, or skill in battle. The name "Kemp" signifies a person who is courageous, valiant, and skilled, reflecting their historical association with martial prowess.

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Name Popularity

Gender Distribution

Most individuals with the name Kemp are male.

Kemp Popularity Trends

The popularity of the name has increased by 40% over the past year.

Pronunciation

📇 Metaphone
KMP
🗽 NYSIIS
CAN
🔊 Soundex
K051
🎵 Syllabic Pronunciation
K EH1 M P
🌐 IPA
/kɛmp/
🔊 Double Metaphone
('KMP', '')
🈯 Cross-Lingual Phonetic
K510

Accessibility & Communication

How to write the name Kemp in Braille

Here's how to represent Kemp in Braille, with each pattern of raised dots corresponding to a letter of the name.

The name Kemp in braille

How to Spell the Name Kemp in American Sign Language (ASL)

The image below shows how you can spell Kemp using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.

The name Kemp in sign language

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