Charville

Charville is an English surname with roots in the Middle Ages. The name derives from the Old English personal name "Ceatta," which means "kite," combined with the word "ville," referring to a settlement or village.

The Charville surname is most commonly found in the historic county of Middlesex, near London, although bearers of the name have also spread to other parts of England.

Notable individuals with the surname Charville are limited, but family histories suggest that the Charville family were known for their involvement in local trades and agriculture.

Over the centuries, variations of the spelling of Charville have emerged, including Cheriville and Charvile.

Today, the Charville surname is relatively rare but continues to be carried by descendants of families with its historical origins, serving as a link to the rich tapestry of British surnames.

There are approximately 132 people named Charville in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Charville.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Christopher
  • Craig
  • David
  • John
  • Michael
  • Neil
  • Robert
  • Stephen
  • Trevor
  • William

Female

  • Claire
  • Gillian
  • Glenis
  • Helen
  • Joanne
  • Karen
  • Pamela
  • Ruth
  • Susan
  • Tammy

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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