Modern variant of Chanel, referring to a canal or channel
Chenell is a modern American spelling variant of the French surname Chanel. It originally functioned as a topographic name for someone who lived near a canal or water channel. In contemporary usage, it is often associated with the luxury fashion house founded by Coco Chanel, giving it an air of sophistication.
Less common today
Chenell isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,972 in 1990.
Australian field hockey player
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
