US Popularity Rank: 7315

Origin: German

Meaning: Warrior; Free man

As nicknames go, Champ is quite possibly the cutest! First and foremost, this boy's name is a short form of British Champion, meaning "warrior." Bold and unstoppable, it's been a pet name for munchkins everywhere since the 1800s. Champ is also considered a short form for the classic name Charles, which means "free man" in German. Dating back to the reign of Charlemagne, it's belonged to monarchs throughout Europe, the father of evolution, Charles Darwin, and the silent film star Charlie Chaplin. Plus, there's that nagging desire to sing "We are the Champions" at the top of your lungs too! Is there any better anthem for baby to worship?