Chauncey Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Chauncey is listed in our database as a boy name of English origin. Its recorded meaning is “Chancellor; secretary; fortune; a gamble”.

Chauncey Name at a Glance

Name Chauncey
Meaning Chancellor; secretary; fortune; a gamble.
Origin English
Gender Boy

What Does the Name Chauncey Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Chauncey means “Chancellor; secretary; fortune; a gamble”. 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.

Chauncey Name Origin

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

Is Chauncey a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Chauncey

When considering Chauncey 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.

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