About Chenier
The surname Chenier is of French origin and is derived from the word "chenalier," meaning "canal worker" or "ditch digger." It is an occupational surname that was likely given to individuals who worked in the construction or maintenance of canals and ditches in medieval France. Over time, the surname Chenier has spread to various parts of the world through migration and has become a relatively common surname among French-speaking populations.
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The surname Chenier is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Chenier based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Chenier in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Chenier using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.