About Chesney
The surname Chesney is of English origin and has multiple possible meanings. It is derived from the Old English word "ceosan" meaning "to choose" or "to select," suggesting that the name may have originally been a nickname for someone who was selective or had a discerning nature. Another possible origin is from the Old French word "cheniz" meaning "oak tree," indicating that the name may have been a topographic name for someone who lived near an oak tree. Additionally, Chesney could also be a variant spelling of the surname Cheney, which is derived from the Norman French word "chein" meaning "dog," possibly indicating a connection to someone who had a dog-like appearance or characteristics.
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The surname Chesney is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Chesney 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 Chesney is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Chesney in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Chesney using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.