Cheval Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Cheval Name at a Glance

Name	Cheval
Meaning	Horseman; knight. An abbreviation of Chevalier. Actor-comedian Chevy Chase.
Origin	French
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Cheval Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Cheval means “Horseman; knight. An abbreviation of Chevalier. Actor-comedian Chevy Chase”. 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.

Cheval Name Origin

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

Is Cheval a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Cheval

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