Channing
Channing is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
Canon, church official, or young wolf.
Origin and history
Channing is an English surname of Norman-French origin, likely derived from a place name or an old French nickname meaning 'canon' or 'young wolf'. Historically used as a masculine name, it has gained steady modern usage for girls in the United States. It offers a stylish, tailored unisex sound that feels contemporary yet grounded.
Popularity in the United States
3,942 babies in the United States have been named Channing since 1880. It ranks #2811 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1658.
States where it is most popular
- TX (36.7 %)
- CA (9.4 %)
- TN (7.5 %)
- GA (7.2 %)
- FL (6.7 %)
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 | 10 |
| 1970-1980 | 112 |
| 1980-1990 | 729 |
| 1990-2000 | 705 |
| 2000-2010 | 685 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,258 |
| 2020-2029 | 443 |
Famous people named Channing
- Channing Carson: television host, author
Fun facts
- Channing originated as an English family name before transitioning into a modern given name.
- While historically associated with males, Channing has seen consistent, growing adoption for female infants in recent decades.