Cavalié Surname Meaning & Coat of Arms

Cavalié belongs to the Chevalier family of names, which has French roots. The name is usually explained as “Knight, horseman”.

You may also find the name written Cavalier, Cavelier and Chevallier. Local scribes, dialects and emigration all left their mark on how the name was written. Cavalié is listed among the recognised spellings of Chevalier.

Names that sound alike, such as Cavalli, are easily confused in old records.

Heraldry is personal: arms associated with the Chevalier surname were borne by specific families, and sharing the name does not mean sharing the blazon. Want more than a summary? See the Cavalié family name pack.