Chanelle Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationsha-NEL / /ʃəˈnɛl/French; English
Meaning
French: 'canal'; English: 'little channel'
Historical & Cultural Background
Chanelle is derived from the French word 'canal', which refers to a waterway. The name gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly influenced by the fashion brand Chanel. It is often associated with elegance and sophistication due to its connection with the iconic designer Coco Chanel. The name has also been used in English-speaking countries, where it is sometimes seen as a modern variation of the name Chanel.
Trend Summary
Chanelle has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Shanel
- Chanel
International Variants
- Chanel (French)
- Canela (Spanish)
Famous people named Chanelle
Chanelle Hayes is a British television personality and singer.
Chanelle McCleary is a British reality TV star known for her appearance on 'Big Brother'.
Chanelle Powe is a Canadian actress recognized for her roles in various television series.
Fictional characters named Chanelle
Chanelle is a character in the television series 'The Real World', known for her dynamic personality.
Chanelle is a character in the video game 'The Sims', often depicted as a fashionable sim.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Chanelle was first seen in the United States in 1963. Chanelle has ranked as high as #1003 nationally, which occurred in 1991, and has been most popular in California, New York, Florida, Texas, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Chanelle has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Chanelle (2021)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1963 | 5 |
| 1964 | 10 |
| 1965 | 10 |
| 1966 | 8 |
| 1967 | 15 |
| 1968 | 12 |
| 1969 | 18 |
| 1970 | 25 |
| 1971 | 22 |
| 1972 | 38 |
| 1973 | 28 |
| 1974 | 30 |
| 1975 | 35 |
| 1976 | 48 |
| 1977 | 57 |
| 1978 | 64 |
| 1979 | 86 |
| 1980 | 97 |
| 1981 | 105 |
| 1982 | 93 |
| 1983 | 137 |
| 1984 | 140 |
| 1985 | 130 |
| 1986 | 141 |
| 1987 | 180 |
| 1988 | 186 |
| 1989 | 196 |
| 1990 | 206 |
| 1991 | 224 |
| 1992 | 194 |
| 1993 | 182 |
| 1994 | 148 |
| 1995 | 122 |
| 1996 | 116 |
| 1997 | 111 |
| 1998 | 102 |
| 1999 | 85 |
| 2000 | 97 |
| 2001 | 84 |
| 2002 | 80 |
| 2003 | 82 |
| 2004 | 76 |
| 2005 | 80 |
| 2006 | 92 |
| 2007 | 104 |
| 2008 | 93 |
| 2009 | 117 |
| 2010 | 89 |
| 2011 | 68 |
| 2012 | 112 |
| 2013 | 87 |
| 2014 | 94 |
| 2015 | 76 |
| 2016 | 68 |
| 2017 | 56 |
| 2018 | 42 |
| 2019 | 48 |
| 2020 | 40 |
| 2021 | 31 |
| 2022 | 26 |
| 2023 | 30 |
| 2024 | 24 |