Shanell Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Shanell is a modern English name, derived from the name Chanel and popularized in the late 20th century. The name suggests meanings related to small streams or channels. It has evolved through various forms and is perceived today as a trendy name. There are few biblical references associated with it. Notable people with this name include Shanell Woodgett and Shanell McGhee.
The name Shanell is most popular in Maryland, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Shanell has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Shanell' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10102nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 15579th out of 16616 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 10248th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1559th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1112th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2790th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5159th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Shanell' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Shanell"
Pronunciation
/ʃəˈnɛl/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Shanell is a feminine name that likely derives from the name Chanel, which is associated with the French fashion designer Coco Chanel. The name may also be influenced by the popular prefix 'Sha-' commonly used in African American naming practices.
Meaning
A derived name associated with the concept of a channel or a pipe; also, it can be interpreted as referring to a 'small stream'.
Language Evolution
Shanel, Chanel, Shanell
Historical Usage
Shanell gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century, particularly in the 1980s and 1990s, as part of a trend toward unique and modern names.
Variants & Derivatives
Shanel, Chanell, Shanella
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Shanell is perceived as a trendy and modern name, often associated with individuality and creativity.
Famous People
Shanell Woodgett (American singer), Shanell McGhee (American actress)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Shanell"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Shanell"
"Shanell" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 10102nd of 10718 | 6 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 15579th of 16616 | 6 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 10248th of 12526 | 13 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1559th of 19264 | 1,017 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1112th of 27321 | 2,433 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2790th of 35406 | 933 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 5159th of 30306 | 306 |
Regional Popularity of "Shanell" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Shanell" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
50.53% 1484th/2937 |
42.52% 1481st/3483 |
37.35% 1314th/3518 |
39.49% 1597th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
30.75% 1133rd/3685 |
17.14% 767th/4475 |
21.85% 1135th/5194 |
24.05% 1519th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
63.64% 2916th/4582 |
39.00% 2014th/5164 |
38.74% 2833rd/7313 |
41.75% 3116th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
75.60% 3392nd/4487 |
69.23% 4723rd/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Shanell"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Shanell" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.