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Chanel

Girl · French · Medium name

Meaning
Canal, channel, pipe
Pronunciation
shuh-NEL
Origin
French

From French, a surname meaning canal or channel.

Popularity
Uncommon in United States (2023)

Popularity: Behind the Name, 2023

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Languages in use: French, English

Commonly used in: United States, France, United Kingdom

Cultural associations

People who share this name. These are context, not the origin of the name.

  • Coco Chanel

    1883–1971

    French fashion designer who founded the Chanel brand.

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Sources for this record

Behind the Name, French Name Entries (2024). Last verified 2025-01-15.

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