Chantelle
Chantelle is a girl's name of French origin.
Meaning
To sing, or stone/rock place.
Origin and history
Chantelle is a feminine name derived from French, originally associated with place names or the French word meaning 'to sing.' It gained popularity in the mid-to-late 20th century in the United States alongside other French-inspired names. Although its usage has declined since its peak, it remains a recognized classical choice.
Popularity in the United States
6,682 babies in the United States have been named Chantelle since 1880. It ranks #2066 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1984.
States where it is most popular
- CA (19 %)
- NY (11.3 %)
- LA (9 %)
- FL (6.8 %)
- MI (6 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 381 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,303 |
| 1980-1990 | 2,089 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,987 |
| 2000-2010 | 532 |
| 2010-2019 | 273 |
| 2020-2029 | 117 |
Famous people named Chantelle
- Chantelle Houghton: Television Personality, Model
- Chantelle Newbery: Athlete, Diver
Nicknames
Channy, Telly, Elle
Fun facts
- The name derives from the French word chanter, meaning 'to sing', and is also related to French place names denoting a rocky area.
- Chantelle rose in U.S. popularity during the 1970s and 1980s as part of a trend toward French-sounding feminine names ending in 'elle'.