Chamberlain - name meaning and origin

The boy's name Chamberlain \ch(a)-mber-lain, chamb(e)-rlain\ is of Middle English origin, and its meaning is "chief officer of the household". Occupational name. A chamberlain was an administrative post in a large royal or noble household. Actor Richard Chamberlain.

Chamberlain has 3 variant forms: Chambellan, Chamberlin and Chambers.

Chamberlain is a very rare male first name and a very popular surname (source: 1990 U.S. Census). Displayed below is the baby name popularity trend for the boy's name Chamberlain. Compare Chamberlain with related baby names.