Description:
CHAPPAsurname is a variant of the English name Charles. It is derived from the Old French name Charles, which is itself derived from the Greek name Χάρις (kháris). The name originated in the medieval period in the regions of Aquitaine and Gascony. It was first recorded in England in the early 12th century, and became very popular throughout the Middle Ages. The name was also popular in the Low Countries, where it was often used as a given name. In the late Middle Ages, the name began to be used more frequently in the Frenchspeaking regions of Belgium, Switzerland, and Luxembourg. In the 18th century, the name began to be used more frequently in the United States. Today, the name is popular in many countries throughout the world.
