About Kemps
The surname Kemps is of English origin and is derived from the medieval given name "Kemp," which itself is a short form of the name "Kempe." The name Kempe was a nickname for a champion or a skilled fighter, derived from the Old English word "cempa," meaning "warrior" or "champion." Therefore, the surname Kemps signifies someone who was known for their prowess in battle or their skill in a particular field.
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The surname Kemps is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Kemps based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Kemps is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Kemps in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Kemps using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.