About Chavis
The surname Chavis is of French origin and is derived from the Old French word "chauve," meaning "bald." It was originally a nickname given to individuals who were bald or had a bald spot. Over time, the surname Chavis became associated with families who bore this physical characteristic, and it has since been passed down through generations.
The surname Chavis is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Chavis based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Chavis is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Chavis in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Chavis using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.