Shenelle

French

"dweller near the canal"

Shenelle Origin and Meaning

The name Shenelle is a girl's name.

Shenelle is a feminine name that emerged in American naming patterns in the latter half of the 20th century. It appears to combine elements from different naming traditions, with the prefix 'She-' possibly derived from names like Sheila (of Irish origin) or Sheree. The suffix '-nelle' has connections to established names like Nell or Nelle (diminutives of Eleanor or Helen) with deep roots in European naming traditions. This type of combination name became increasingly popular from the 1960s through the 1980s. Shenelle gained modest usage during this period, though it remained relatively uncommon in overall naming statistics. The name has a melodic quality with its soft consonants and flowing syllables. Usage data suggests the name appeared across diverse communities but never reached widespread popularity.