Chaplin
ch(ap)-lin
US Popularity:26151
Origin:British
Meaning:Clergyman of a chapel; Heron stork
Pay homage to classic cinema with the distinctive gender-neutral name Chaplin. Famed as the surname of the king of silent comedy, Charlie Chaplin, this name could encourage your little star to shine on stage. It comes from the Middle English and Old French chapelain and was an occupational name for a "clergyman of a chapel." Chaplin also has Ukrainian and Belorussian roots, connected to chapyla, meaning "heron stork," used to describe someone with long, thin legs or easily frightened. Though your little one might start out with some stage fright, your support and encouragement will build their confidence and help them step into the light.
Famous People Named Chaplin
Wondering who else shares this name? Check out these well known people who made this baby name famous.
- Charlie ChaplinActor, Comedian
Chaplin Name Popularity Data
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2020
#28052
in 2020
+ 1761
from 2016
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