Shante Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationSHAN-tay / ʃænˈteɪAfrican American; English
Meaning
African American: God is gracious; English: variant of Chanté
Historical & Cultural Background
Shante is often associated with African American culture and is considered a modern name that emerged in the 20th century. It is sometimes used as a feminine form of the name Chanté, which has French origins. The name reflects a trend of creating unique names that blend traditional roots with contemporary sounds.
Trend Summary
Shante has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, particularly among African American communities.
Similar Names
Variants
- Shanté
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Shante was first seen in the United States in 1964. Shante has ranked as high as #873 nationally, which occurred in 1990, and has been most popular in New York, California, Illinois, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Shante has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Shante (2008)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1966 | 8 |
| 1967 | 13 |
| 1968 | 24 |
| 1969 | 30 |
| 1970 | 46 |
| 1971 | 53 |
| 1972 | 73 |
| 1973 | 71 |
| 1974 | 68 |
| 1975 | 78 |
| 1976 | 101 |
| 1977 | 199 |
| 1978 | 232 |
| 1979 | 192 |
| 1980 | 195 |
| 1981 | 201 |
| 1982 | 181 |
| 1983 | 173 |
| 1984 | 185 |
| 1985 | 361 |
| 1986 | 329 |
| 1987 | 287 |
| 1988 | 325 |
| 1989 | 319 |
| 1990 | 368 |
| 1991 | 256 |
| 1992 | 224 |
| 1993 | 251 |
| 1994 | 151 |
| 1995 | 139 |
| 1996 | 95 |
| 1997 | 81 |
| 1998 | 52 |
| 1999 | 46 |
| 2000 | 56 |
| 2001 | 47 |
| 2002 | 43 |
| 2003 | 53 |
| 2004 | 31 |
| 2005 | 24 |
| 2006 | 25 |
| 2007 | 16 |
| 2008 | 22 |
| 2009 | 24 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2011 | 10 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2013 | 10 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2023 | 9 |