Type Surname (from occupation)
Usage English
Pronounced Pron. /ˈt͡ʃeɪm.bəɹz/(American English) /ˈt͡ʃeɪm.bəz/(British English)  [key·simplify]

Meaning & History

From Old French chambre meaning "chamber, room", an occupational name for a person who worked in the inner rooms of a mansion.

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Entry updated December 1, 2024