Chanelle
Chanelle is a girl's name of French origin.
Meaning
Canal or pipe; modern variant inspired by the surname Chanel.
Origin and history
Chanelle is a feminine name of French origin, derived from the word for a pipe or canal, and strongly associated with the famous fashion house Chanel. It gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern phonetic spelling variant. In the United States, it remains a distinctive choice with steady, moderate usage.
Popularity in the United States
5,223 babies in the United States have been named Chanelle since 1880. It ranks #2390 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1930.
States where it is most popular
- CA (28.3 %)
- NY (15.8 %)
- FL (9.4 %)
- TX (7.1 %)
- PA (6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 78 |
| 1970-1980 | 433 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,405 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,490 |
| 2000-2010 | 905 |
| 2010-2019 | 741 |
| 2020-2029 | 171 |
Famous people named Chanelle
- Chanelle Hayes: Television personality, Model
- Chanelle Scheepers: Tennis player
Nicknames
Chani, Ellie
Fun facts
- The name gained widespread adoption in English-speaking countries following the global fame of French fashion designer Coco Chanel.
- Adding the double 'l' and final 'e' aligns the name with traditional French feminine ending patterns like Michelle and Danielle.