AthleteAmerican2004 – present
Coco Gauff
Professional tennis player, US Open champion, Olympic athlete
Biography
American tennis prodigy who became one of the youngest players to achieve major success on the professional tour. She won her first Grand Slam title at the 2023 US Open at age 19.
Quick Facts
Category
Athlete
Nationality
American
Born
2004
Thinking about the name
Coco
French origin
“A playful, French-derived diminutive (from Cocó) popularized by fashion icon Coco Chanel, this name exudes elegance, whimsy, and creative spirit. Originally a nickname, Coco has become a standalone name conveying sophistication mixed with approachable charm. It works equally well for any gender and suggests someone with flair.”