Shante Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationSHAN-tay / ʃænˈteɪAfrican American; English
Meaning
African American: 'to sing'; English: 'gift'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Shante is often associated with African American culture and has been used as a given name for both boys and girls. It gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century. The name reflects a blend of cultural influences, particularly from African American communities, where names often carry significant meanings related to identity and heritage.
Trend Summary
Shante has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, particularly during the 1980s and 1990s.
Similar Names
Variants
—
International Variants
—
Famous people named Shante
—
Fictional characters named Shante
—
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Shante was first seen in the United States in 1972. Shante has ranked as high as #1076 nationally, which occurred in 1977, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Shante has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Shante
No state data available for this year.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1974 | 7 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1976 | 9 |
| 1977 | 24 |
| 1978 | 16 |
| 1979 | 12 |
| 1980 | 14 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1982 | 14 |
| 1983 | 10 |
| 1984 | 9 |
| 1985 | 13 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1988 | 12 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 2001 | 6 |