Chantler Name Meaning, Origin and Heraldry

Some records give Chandler; others give Chantler. Both point to the same English family name.

Spellings drifted because names were written down by ear in parish books, tax rolls and passenger lists. Only a small detail separates the spellings: Chantler has “t” where Chandler has “d”.

Heraldry is personal: arms associated with the Chandler surname were borne by specific families, and sharing the name does not mean sharing the blazon. Research your Chantler family history with a full surname report and painted coat of arms.