what does chav stand for

The term "chav" does not stand for an acronym. It is a British slang, disparaging term referring to a young person stereotypically known for aggressively loutish behavior, often in groups, and for wearing flashy jewelry and casual athletic clothing like tracksuits and baseball caps. The word "chav" is believed to derive from the Romani word "chavy" or "chavo," meaning child or boy, not from an acronym. Although popular as a backronym is "council house and violent," this is a misconception and not the true origin. "Chav" has been used in the UK since the early 2000s to describe a certain social stereotype linked with lower social class and anti-social behavior.