Chantel
Chantel is a girl's name of French origin.
Meaning
Stone or rocky place; also associated with song through folk etymology.
Origin and history
Chantel is a feminine name of French origin, derived from the surname and place name Chantal, ultimately associated with a stone or boulder. It gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century as an elegant, French-inspired given name. Although its usage has declined recently, it remains a recognizable and melodic choice.
Popularity in the United States
14,986 babies in the United States have been named Chantel since 1880. It ranks #1277 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1974.
States where it is most popular
- CA (14.3 %)
- NY (11.5 %)
- FL (6.1 %)
- TX (5.6 %)
- MI (5.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 11 |
| 1960-1970 | 626 |
| 1970-1980 | 2,672 |
| 1980-1990 | 4,599 |
| 1990-2000 | 5,175 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,402 |
| 2010-2019 | 374 |
| 2020-2029 | 127 |
Famous people named Chantel
- Chantel Tremitiere: Basketball player, Athlete
- Chantel Jeffries: DJ, Model
Nicknames
Channy, Tel
Fun facts
- The name originally stems from a French place name meaning 'stony place'.
- Its parent name, Chantal, became a given name in honor of Saint Jane Frances de Chantal.