Chamberlain - name meaning, origin

The boy's name Chamberlain \

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 an uncommon first name for men but a very common last name for both men and women (#1098 out of 88799). (1990 U.S. Census)

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