Chantelle Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationshan-TEL / ʃænˈtɛlFrench; Latin
Meaning
French: 'singer'; Latin: 'stone'
Historical & Cultural Background
Chantelle is derived from the French word 'chanter', meaning 'to sing'. It gained popularity in the English-speaking world in the 20th century, particularly in the United States and the United Kingdom. The name is often associated with elegance and femininity. It has also been used in various cultural contexts, including literature and music.
Trend Summary
Chantelle experienced a peak in popularity in the 1980s and 1990s in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Shantelle
- Chantell
International Variants
- Chantelle (French)
- Chantala (Thai)
Famous people named Chantelle
Chantelle Houghton is a British television personality known for her appearances on reality TV.
Chantelle Barry is an Australian singer-songwriter recognized for her music career and contributions to the industry.
Chantelle O'Connor is an Irish author known for her novels and literary works.
Chantelle N. is a Canadian artist celebrated for her contemporary art exhibitions.
Fictional characters named Chantelle
Chantelle is a character in the soap opera 'EastEnders', known for her dramatic storylines.
Chantelle is a character in the video game series 'Final Fantasy', often depicted as a healer.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Chantelle was first seen in the United States in 1963. Chantelle has ranked as high as #897 nationally, which occurred in 1989, and has been most popular in California, New York, Florida, Utah, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Chantelle has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Chantelle (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 | |
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1963 | 31 |
| 1964 | 30 |
| 1965 | 33 |
| 1966 | 35 |
| 1967 | 43 |
| 1968 | 109 |
| 1969 | 100 |
| 1970 | 127 |
| 1971 | 139 |
| 1972 | 139 |
| 1973 | 125 |
| 1974 | 130 |
| 1975 | 122 |
| 1976 | 148 |
| 1977 | 131 |
| 1978 | 100 |
| 1979 | 142 |
| 1980 | 147 |
| 1981 | 159 |
| 1982 | 161 |
| 1983 | 172 |
| 1984 | 166 |
| 1985 | 233 |
| 1986 | 246 |
| 1987 | 259 |
| 1988 | 243 |
| 1989 | 303 |
| 1990 | 290 |
| 1991 | 281 |
| 1992 | 265 |
| 1993 | 224 |
| 1994 | 200 |
| 1995 | 195 |
| 1996 | 175 |
| 1997 | 135 |
| 1998 | 122 |
| 1999 | 100 |
| 2000 | 77 |
| 2001 | 74 |
| 2002 | 50 |
| 2003 | 59 |
| 2004 | 66 |
| 2005 | 47 |
| 2006 | 53 |
| 2007 | 32 |
| 2008 | 36 |
| 2009 | 38 |
| 2010 | 32 |
| 2011 | 35 |
| 2012 | 30 |
| 2013 | 23 |
| 2014 | 30 |
| 2015 | 36 |
| 2016 | 33 |
| 2017 | 20 |
| 2018 | 16 |
| 2019 | 18 |
| 2020 | 24 |
| 2021 | 17 |
| 2022 | 21 |
| 2023 | 19 |
| 2024 | 21 |