From a French surname which meant "pipe". It has been used as an American given name since 1970s, influenced by the Chanel brand name (a line of women's clothing and perfume), which was named for French fashion designer Coco Chanel (1883-1971). Chanel originates in French language and means "narrow as a pipe". It was derived from a French surname and its usage as a given name was definitely popularized by the French fashion house Chanel, founded by Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel.
Chanel Related Names Variants: Chanelle, Shanelle, Chanele, Channell, Channelle
