Shantal Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationshan-TAL / /ʃænˈtɑːl/French; Spanish
Meaning
French: stone; Spanish: a variant of Chantal, meaning 'to sing'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Shantal is derived from the French name Chantal, which has roots in the Latin word 'cantare', meaning 'to sing'. It gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in French-speaking countries. The name is often associated with Saint Jeanne de Chantal, a French saint and founder of the Order of the Visitation of Holy Mary. In Spanish-speaking cultures, Shantal is considered a modern variant of Chantal, reflecting a blend of cultural influences.
Trend Summary
The name Shantal has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, particularly in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Chantal
- Shantelle
International Variants
- Chantal (French)
- Shantala (Indian)
Famous people named Shantal
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Fictional characters named Shantal
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Shantal was first seen in the United States in 1968. Shantal has ranked as high as #1157 nationally, which occurred in 1990, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Florida, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Shantal has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Shantal (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1969 | 8 |
| 1970 | 8 |
| 1971 | 6 |
| 1972 | 12 |
| 1973 | 9 |
| 1974 | 9 |
| 1975 | 8 |
| 1976 | 12 |
| 1977 | 16 |
| 1978 | 11 |
| 1979 | 11 |
| 1980 | 17 |
| 1981 | 14 |
| 1982 | 27 |
| 1983 | 27 |
| 1984 | 26 |
| 1985 | 26 |
| 1986 | 32 |
| 1987 | 44 |
| 1988 | 28 |
| 1989 | 55 |
| 1990 | 70 |
| 1991 | 59 |
| 1992 | 46 |
| 1993 | 63 |
| 1994 | 43 |
| 1995 | 60 |
| 1996 | 49 |
| 1997 | 40 |
| 1998 | 36 |
| 1999 | 43 |
| 2000 | 31 |
| 2001 | 40 |
| 2002 | 39 |
| 2003 | 35 |
| 2004 | 44 |
| 2005 | 54 |
| 2006 | 46 |
| 2007 | 36 |
| 2008 | 47 |
| 2009 | 37 |
| 2010 | 33 |
| 2011 | 22 |
| 2012 | 27 |
| 2013 | 27 |
| 2014 | 33 |
| 2015 | 20 |
| 2016 | 19 |
| 2017 | 17 |
| 2018 | 23 |
| 2019 | 23 |
| 2020 | 22 |
| 2021 | 23 |
| 2022 | 16 |
| 2023 | 19 |
| 2024 | 17 |