The baby name Chaucer is a unisex name, 2 syllables long and is pronounced "CHAW-ser".
Chaucer is English and Old French in Origin.
Chaucer is a name of English origin that means "shoemaker". It is derived from the Old French word "chaucier" which means "maker of chausses" or leggings. The name is most famously associated with the English poet Geoffrey Chaucer, who is known for his work "The Canterbury Tales". Chaucer was born in the 14th century and is considered one of the greatest poets of the Middle Ages.
The name Chaucer is typically used as a surname, but it can also be used as a first name. It is a gender-neutral name, meaning it can be used for both boys and girls. The pronunciation of Chaucer is CHAW-ser, with the emphasis on the first syllable. The name is not very common, but it has been used in literature and popular culture.
The components of the name Chaucer are "chauc" and "er". "Chauc" is derived from the Old French word "chaucier" and means "shoemaker". "Er" is a suffix that is often added to occupational names to indicate a person who performs a certain job. Therefore, the name Chaucer literally means "shoemaker". The name has a rich history and is associated with one of the most famous poets in English literature.
Chaucer has the following similar or variant Names
- Chaucer |
- Chaucere |
- Chaucier |
- Chaucy |
- Chawcer |
- Chawcere |
- Chawcerus