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Origin: Aztec

Meaning: Chalk landing place; Rainbow

Chel is a feminine name of British origin. With an intriguing meaning like “chalk landing place,” this moniker has an air of distinction that caregivers are bound to appreciate. It is a short and sweet variation of the classic name Chelsea. Chel is also a given name in Aztec culture, meaning “rainbow” in the Nahuatl language. When your little Chel arrives, you'll no longer need to keep chasing rainbows; you'll have yours right by you!