Chantelle Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Chantelle is a French name meaning 'singer,' originating from the word 'chanter.' It evolved through various forms and has become popular in modern times, often associated with elegance. The name has no biblical relevance but is appreciated for its melodic sound.
The name Chantelle is most popular in Hawaii, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Chantelle has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Chantelle' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 15031st out of 16616 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 6510th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1093rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 845th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2666th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5511th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Chantelle' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Chantelle"
Pronunciation
/ʃænˈtɛl/
Origin
French
Etymology
Chantelle is derived from the French word 'chanter,' which means 'to sing.' The name is often associated with a beautiful or melodious sound.
Meaning
singer
Language Evolution
Cantal, Chantelle, Chantell
Historical Usage
Chantelle gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a fashionable name often associated with elegance.
Variants & Derivatives
Chantell, Shantelle, Chantal
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Chantelle is perceived as a stylish and modern name, often associated with sophistication and grace.
Famous People
Chantelle Houghton, Chantelle Barry
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Chantelle"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Chantelle"
"Chantelle" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 15031st of 16616 | 8 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 6510th of 12526 | 61 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1093rd of 19264 | 1,770 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 845th of 27321 | 3,572 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2666th of 35406 | 986 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 5511th of 30306 | 278 |
Regional Popularity of "Chantelle" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
64.02% 3325th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Chantelle" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
37.86% 1112th/2937 |
37.04% 1290th/3483 |
31.38% 1104th/3518 |
26.58% 1075th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
24.91% 918th/3685 |
17.05% 763rd/4475 |
22.10% 1148th/5194 |
10.83% 684th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
71.24% 3264th/4582 |
51.12% 2640th/5164 |
55.82% 4082nd/7313 |
27.67% 2065th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
77.72% 5302nd/6822 |
62.33% 3912th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Chantelle"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Chantelle" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.