What Does the Name Chauncey Mean
The name Chauncey comes from English roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Chauncey below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Chauncey Name Meaning
EnglishFrom a Norman surname of unknown meaning. It was used as a given name in American in honour of Harvard president Charles Chauncey (1592-1672).
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