CHESSMAN
Chessman
Chessman is a surname of British origin. The surname is believed to have originated from the Middle English word "cheseman," which referred to a maker or seller of chessboards or chess pieces. Alternatively, it could be derived from "chesman," who was a person employed to play chess with others.
The Chessman surname is relatively rare and is primarily found in the United Kingdom. It may also be a variant of the surname "Chapman," which signifies a trader or merchant. The name Chessman could have been given to someone with skills or involvement in chess, games, or trade.
Individuals with the Chessman surname may have various historical, cultural, and familial significances. Research into the origins and migrations of different branches of the Chessman family can provide insights into Britain's socio-economic, political, and cultural history.
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There are approximately 206 people named Chessman in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Chessman.
Surname type: Occupational name
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
- Alfie
- Barry
- David
- Mark
- Maurice
- Michael
- Nicholas
- Norman
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Stephen
Female
- Angela
- Echo
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Gemma
- Janice
- Jean
- Julie
- Kerry
- Lesley
- Michelle
- Sarah
- Shirley
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.