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23rd August 10, 02:48 PM
#17
 Originally Posted by piperdbh
I was told once to never tell someone else how to say or spell his/her own name. As an educator, I've seen some very "creative" spellings.
I always assumed Chattan sounded like Chattanooga without the ooga. You learn something new every day! 
Quite right mate! However, there is indeed a correct Scottish Gaelic pronunciation of the name Chattan, which I believe is what Rex was conveying.
Aye,
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