Knight or horseman
Chevis is a rare English surname-turned-given name, likely derived from the Old French word 'chevalier'. It historically denoted a knight or a person who worked with horses. In modern usage, it remains an extremely uncommon choice, offering a distinctive alternative to more popular occupational names.
Less common today
Chevis isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,608 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Former NFL cornerback and college football coach
