Is Champaign a boy's or girl's name?

Champaign is primarily a girl's name.

When was Champaign most popular?

Champaign reached its peak popularity in 1994 with 6 births that year. It is not currently in the top rankings.

How popular is the name Champaign?

Champaign is not currently in the top rankings but has been given to 23 babies in the U.S. since 1990. Its peak was in 1994.

Champaign

An uncommon French pick — distinctive and rare.

Girl's nameFrenchNot ranked recently

Rare name

Meaning & Origin

Champaign is a girl's baby name inspired by champagne — the sparkling French wine synonymous with celebration — or the city of Champaign, Illinois. The French word derives from the Latin campania, meaning "open field" or "plain country."

A name that conjures celebration, effervescence, and joy from the very first syllable. Champaign is a bold, festive choice for parents who want their child's name to feel like a toast to life itself.

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Popularity Over Time

Champaign has 4+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 1990.

Popularity by Decade

Decade-by-decade popularity data for Champaign
Decade	Births	Avg Rank	Trend
1990s	23	#12449	—

Year-by-Year Data

View complete yearly data(4 years, 1990–1997)

Year-by-year popularity data for the name Champaign
Year	Births	Rank	Change
1997	6	#12366	0
1995	6	#12054	0
1994	6	#12056	+1 (20.0%)
1990	5	#13321	—

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.

Last updated May 2026 · Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (1990–1997) · Methodology