About Chillis
The surname Chillis is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word "ceol," meaning "keel" or "ship," and the suffix "-is," denoting "son of." Therefore, the surname Chillis is believed to have originated as a patronymic name, meaning it was used to identify someone as the "son of Ceol" or the "son of the shipbuilder." Over time, the spelling and pronunciation of the name may have evolved, resulting in variations such as Chillis, Chiles, or Childs.
The surname Chillis is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Chillis 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 Chillis in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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