About Chess
The surname Chess is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word "ceosan," meaning "to choose" or "to select." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone who had a discerning or selective nature. Over time, the surname Chess may have been adopted by individuals involved in decision-making roles or those who were known for their ability to make wise choices.
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The surname Chess is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Chess 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 Chess is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Chess in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Chess using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.