CHAPPELLE
Chappelle
The surname Chappelle is of French origin and has been present in Britain since the medieval period. It is derived from the Old French word "chapel," which means a chapel or a small church. The name likely originated as a topographic surname for someone who lived near a chapel or in a dwelling once associated with a chapel.
Historical Origins:
The Chappelle surname can be traced back to the Norman Conquest of England in 1066 when the name was brought to the British Isles by the Normans. Over time, the name has evolved and been adapted to fit the English language and pronunciation.
Distribution and Variants:
The Chappelle surname is relatively uncommon in Britain, with most recorded occurrences concentrated in regions with historical Norman influence. Variants of the name may include Chappel, Chapel, or Chapell.
Notable Individuals:
- Dave Chappelle - American comedian and actor with roots traced back to the Chappelle surname.
- William Pitt Chappelle - American entomologist and archaeologist.
Modern Significance:
Today, individuals bearing the Chappelle surname can be found across various professions and regions in Britain and beyond. The surname serves as a reminder of the enduring influence of Norman heritage on British culture and identity.
There are approximately 169 people named Chappelle in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Chappelle.
Origin: English
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: England
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: English
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- David
- Henry
- James
- John
- Mark
- Nigel
- Peter
- Philip
- Richard
- Robert
- Stephen
- Terence
- Tim
- Timothy
Female
- Amanda
- Deborah
- Emily
- Gwynneth
- Katie
- Marjorie
- Mary
- Nicola
- Pamela
- Sarah
- Susannah
- Tania
- Thelma
- Zoe
Similar and related surnames
- Chapel
- Chappell
- Chapell
- Chapelle
- Chapells
- Chapelow
- Chapels
- Chaple
- Chapleo
- Chaples
- Chappale
- Chappall
- Chappel
- Chappelaw
- Chappele
- Chappelear
- Chappelhow
- Chappellow
- Chappells
- Chappelow
- Chappels
- Chappil
- Chappill
- Chapple
- Chapples
- Chapwell
- Chiappelli
- Shaples
- Shappell
- Chapallaz
- Chapeld
- Chapelhow
- Chapelier
- Chapla
- Chappelon
- Chappl
- Choppell
- Shapal
- Shepples
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.