Chamberlain is an English surname and given name derived from Old French 'chambrier', which originally referred to someone who was in charge of the king's chamber or private apartments. It later evolved into a rank equivalent to that of a steward, responsible for managing household affairs. The name gained prominence during medieval times and has since been passed down through generations.
The name Chamberlain has seen varying popularity over time, with birth counts ranging from a low of 5 to a high of 9 between 1990 and 2023. The years with the highest number of births were 2011, 2012, and 2016, each with 9 occurrences. There was a noticeable drop in popularity around the late 2000s to early 2010s, with birth counts fluctuating between 5 and 6 before experiencing a resurgence since 2014. Overall, there were 130 babies named Chamberlain born during this period.