Why did 'The Chamberlains Men' call themselves this name?

The Chamberlain's Men were a prominent theatrical company in England during the late 16th and early 17th centuries, named after their patron, Henry Carey, Lord Hunsdon, who was the Lord Chamberlain. The title reflected their association with the royal court and the patronage system that supported the arts during that time. The company, which included William Shakespeare as a key member, benefited from this patronage, allowing them to perform at venues like the Globe Theatre. The name signified their status and connection to influential figures in the Elizabethan era.