About Chevez
The surname Chevez is of Spanish origin and is derived from the medieval given name "Chaves," which itself originated from the Latin name "Flavius." The name "Chaves" was commonly used as a personal name in the Iberian Peninsula during the Middle Ages. Over time, it evolved into a surname and has variations such as Chavez and Chávez. The meaning of the surname Chevez is not entirely clear, but it is believed to have associations with the Latin word "flavus," meaning "yellow" or "blond." It may have originally been a nickname for someone with fair hair or a light complexion.
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The surname Chevez is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Chevez 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 Chevez in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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