Surname Chavana: where does it originate from?

Answer 1

Hey Scarlett,

Mexico if you look at Family Search.com. The name may have come to Mexico from somewhere prior to the dates show at this site, but it looks like Mexico is most likely. Here is a sample entry:

14. FRANCISCA CHAVANA - International Genealogical Index / ME
Gender: Female Birth: 1785 Lampazos De Naranjo, Nuevo Leon, Mexico