Chaplin Origin & Meaning

Gender: Male

Origin: Irish, Gaelic

Meaning: Strong, energetic, and bold

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The name Chaplin is from English and French history, taken from the Latin term “Capellanus” which means “clergyman”. Chaplain was a term which was used to refer to someone who performed religious services in chapels, military groups or noble households. Over the years, it first became a surname and then a first name as well. It is found in the United Kingdom and the United States. Even though it is not a very commonly used name, it has reasonable significance from a historical perspective.

Famous Personalities

• Charlie Chaplin was a famous comic actor, filmmaker and composer.
• Christopher James Chaplin is an English actor and composer.

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