Chap Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Chap Name at a Glance

Name	Chap
Meaning	Diminutive of Chapman: Peddler; merchant.
Origin	English
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Chap Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Chap means “Diminutive of Chapman: Peddler; merchant”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Chap Name Origin

Our database records Chap under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Chap a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Chap is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Chap

When considering Chap for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.