What is the origin of the name Chaffee?

Chaffee is a name of French and English origin. It is often classified as a occupational, unisex name.

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Q: What does the name Chaffee mean?

Chaffee means "Chaffee is a surname-derived name likely rooted in French family-name forms brought into English use.".

Chaffee is a surname-derived name likely rooted in French family-name forms brought into English use.

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