About Channel
The surname Channel is of French origin and is derived from the word "chanelle," meaning a small canal or waterway. It is a topographic surname given to someone who lived near or worked on a channel or watercourse. The name may also have been used as a nickname for someone who had a slender or narrow build. Overall, the surname Channel is associated with geographical features and can be traced back to individuals with a connection to waterways.
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The surname Channel is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Channel based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Channel is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Channel in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Channel using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.