Winner or warrior; one who fights for a cause
Derived from the Middle English and Old French term for a combatant or victor in a trial by combat. It ultimately traces back to the Latin 'campus', referring to a field of battle or athletic contest. Today, it carries connotations of excellence, advocacy, and triumph.
Less common today
Champion isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,048 in 2019.
Influential American blues pianist and singer
The loyal dog belonging to the protagonist Β· The Adventures of Champion
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).