Shannel Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Shannel is a name of French origin meaning 'channel'. It has evolved from its French roots to modern English usage as a feminine name. The name is often associated with traits of style and creativity, largely influenced by the fashion industry. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Shannel"
Pronunciation
/ʃəˈnɛl/
Origin
French
Etymology
Shannel is derived from the French word 'chanel', which means 'canal' or 'channel'. It is often associated with the famous fashion designer Coco Chanel.
Meaning
channel
Language Evolution
Chanel (French), Shannel (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Shannel gained popularity in the late 20th century as a feminine given name, largely influenced by the rise of fashion and the prominence of the Chanel brand.
Variants & Derivatives
Shanell, Shanella, Channel
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Shannel is perceived as a trendy and stylish name, often associated with creativity and fashion.
Famous People
Shannel (Drag performer and reality television personality), Shannel K. (Fashion influencer)
📊 Shannel Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Shannel Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 58 peak births in 1986
Geographic Spread
Popular across 6 US states, with strongest presence in New York
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Shannel"
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 "Shannel"
"Shannel" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3546th of 19264 | 291 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2573rd of 27321 | 704 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 8477th of 35406 | 203 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 14588th of 30306 | 58 |
Regional Popularity of "Shannel" 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 "Shannel" 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) |
- |
92.94% 3237th/3483 |
- |
87.17% 3525th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
34.84% 1559th/4475 |
83.13% 4318th/5194 |
37.96% 2398th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
76.45% 3948th/5164 |
- |
75.02% 5599th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 6276th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Shannel"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Shannel" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Shannel" in the United States
The name Shannel is most popular in New York, 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 Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Shannel has been 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 Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Shannel' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3546th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2573rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8477th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 14588th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Shannel' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.