Channing Name Meaning, Origin and Popularity

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Channing Tatum, who played the lead in Step Up and a Joker in 21 Jump Street, comes to mind whenever you hear the word Channing. Did you realize, though, that this name has a much longer history, predating even the Magic Mike actor? This is a boy’s name that comes from both English and Old French. There are two possible meanings: “young wolf” and “official of the church.” Wolves are known to be smart and loyal, which is good news for your little boy as he figures out his way through life.

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Similar Names like Channing

Discover other baby names to add to your Favorites list by looking into options that have a sound that is similar to others you’ve found.

CadenCooper
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CarsonColton
ClaytonCarter
CassidyChandler
CalvinChase
CannonCamden
Caleb

More Names Like Channing That’ll Win Parent’s Heart:

LandonArcher
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MaxwellOwen
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SullivanBeckett
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Sibling Name Ideas

Are you trying to find a sibling name for Channing? Great choices include the following:

SullivanReagan
EmersonSpencer
FinleyDelaney
MorganCassidy
QuinnKendall
HarperGarrett
TaylorAvery
Sawyer
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