Chantal Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationshan-TAL / ʃɑːnˈtɑːlFrench; Latin
Meaning
French: stone; Latin: singer
Historical & Cultural Background
Chantal is derived from the French name 'Chantal', which is rooted 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-Françoise de Chantal, a French saint and founder of the Order of the Visitation of Holy Mary. Chantal has been used in various cultures, reflecting a blend of elegance and strength.
Trend Summary
Chantal experienced a peak in popularity in the mid-20th century but has since declined in usage in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Shantal
- Chantelle
International Variants
- Chantale (French)
- Chantal (Spanish)
- Chantall (Dutch)
Famous people named Chantal
Chantal Akerman was a Belgian film director known for her avant-garde films.
Chantal Sutherland is a Canadian jockey who gained fame in horse racing.
Chantal Janzen is a Dutch actress and television presenter.
Chantal Goya is a French singer and actress popular in the 1960s and 1970s.
Fictional characters named Chantal
Chantal is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', known for her quirky personality.
Chantal is a character in the novel 'The Secret History' by Donna Tartt, representing the complexities of friendship.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Chantal was first seen in the United States in 1947. Chantal has ranked as high as #826 nationally, which occurred in 1990, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Florida, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Chantal has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Chantal (2021)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 6 | |
| TX | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1947 | 9 |
| 1948 | 19 |
| 1949 | 8 |
| 1950 | 11 |
| 1951 | 11 |
| 1952 | 9 |
| 1953 | 12 |
| 1954 | 8 |
| 1956 | 17 |
| 1957 | 19 |
| 1958 | 25 |
| 1959 | 28 |
| 1960 | 22 |
| 1961 | 32 |
| 1962 | 35 |
| 1963 | 48 |
| 1964 | 65 |
| 1965 | 55 |
| 1966 | 59 |
| 1967 | 59 |
| 1968 | 118 |
| 1969 | 115 |
| 1970 | 99 |
| 1971 | 138 |
| 1972 | 91 |
| 1973 | 76 |
| 1974 | 66 |
| 1975 | 87 |
| 1976 | 103 |
| 1977 | 94 |
| 1978 | 101 |
| 1979 | 80 |
| 1980 | 106 |
| 1981 | 139 |
| 1982 | 179 |
| 1983 | 138 |
| 1984 | 140 |
| 1985 | 218 |
| 1986 | 254 |
| 1987 | 342 |
| 1988 | 292 |
| 1989 | 376 |
| 1990 | 428 |
| 1991 | 369 |
| 1992 | 297 |
| 1993 | 269 |
| 1994 | 228 |
| 1995 | 280 |
| 1996 | 244 |
| 1997 | 220 |
| 1998 | 174 |
| 1999 | 229 |
| 2000 | 146 |
| 2001 | 154 |
| 2002 | 173 |
| 2003 | 135 |
| 2004 | 124 |
| 2005 | 151 |
| 2006 | 109 |
| 2007 | 98 |
| 2008 | 109 |
| 2009 | 83 |
| 2010 | 60 |
| 2011 | 65 |
| 2012 | 49 |
| 2013 | 52 |
| 2014 | 52 |
| 2015 | 47 |
| 2016 | 28 |
| 2017 | 24 |
| 2018 | 23 |
| 2019 | 20 |
| 2020 | 20 |
| 2021 | 31 |
| 2022 | 15 |
| 2023 | 20 |
| 2024 | 17 |