Chambray
SHAM-bray
French word name
"fabric with white weft and colored warp"
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Updated Wed Mar 12 2025
Chambray Origin and Meaning
The name Chambray is a girl's name of French origin meaning "fabric with white weft and colored warp".
Derived from French, Chambray is the name of a smooth, light, colored fabric, interwoven with white thread. It took its name from its place of origin, Cambrai (originally Cambray) in the north of France. The name of the place itself possibly comes from the Roman Camaracum meaning "property of Camarus", though it may also derive from the Gallic cambo meaning "that which is curved".
While some will find the sounds appealing and on trend, others will struggle to the sense in naming a child after a fabric. Still, with other "clothing" inspired choices like Denim, Stetson, Givenchy, Dior, and Armani attracting attention, perhaps Chambray will gain more attention.