Caterpillar; soft tufted fabric
Derived from the French word for caterpillar, referring to the fuzzy texture of the fabric that resembles a caterpillar's fur. It gained some use as a given name in the late 20th century, inspired by the soft, tactile nature of the textile.
Less common today
Chenille isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,108 in 1993.
A character in the film 'Save the Last Dance' played by Kerry Washington · Save the Last Dance
One of the twin Trolls known for their fashion sense · Trolls
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
