Chantel Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Chantel has French origins, deriving from 'chanter,' meaning 'to sing.' Over time, it evolved from Old French forms to its modern usage. It conveys traits of artistry and elegance. There is no direct biblical relevance to the name.
The name Chantel 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, Chantel has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, 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 female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Chantel' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10718th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 15579th out of 16616 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4783rd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 710th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 457th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1325th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4886th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Chantel' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Chantel"
Pronunciation
/ʃɑːnˈtɛl/
Origin
French
Etymology
The name Chantel is derived from the French word 'chanter,' which means 'to sing.' It is often associated with the word 'château,' meaning 'castle,' and can also relate to the idea of a singer or song.
Meaning
singer, song
Language Evolution
Chantele (Old French), Chantel (Modern French)
Historical Usage
Chantel gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the 20th century, particularly in the 1970s and 1980s, as French names became more fashionable.
Variants & Derivatives
Chantelle, Shantel, Shantelle
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Chantel is perceived as a stylish and elegant name, often associated with grace and artistic expression.
Famous People
Chantel Jeffries, an American model and social media influencer., Chantel V. S. P. H. G. L. D. A. R. L. A. L. A. D. R. A. R. A. A. A. A. A. A. A. A. A. A., Chantel Osu, a prominent figure in the music industry.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Chantel"
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 "Chantel"
"Chantel" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 10718th of 10718 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 15579th of 16616 | 6 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4783rd of 12526 | 129 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 710th of 19264 | 3,480 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 457th of 27321 | 8,429 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1325th of 35406 | 2,603 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4886th of 30306 | 329 |
Regional Popularity of "Chantel" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Chantel" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
84.16% 2401st/2853 |
85.12% 2362nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
24.14% 709th/2937 |
21.16% 737th/3483 |
21.86% 769th/3518 |
15.43% 624th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
12.32% 454th/3685 |
9.36% 419th/4475 |
10.70% 556th/5194 |
6.32% 399th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
29.35% 1345th/4582 |
21.86% 1129th/5164 |
23.03% 1684th/7313 |
16.76% 1251st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
100.00% 4487th/4487 |
100.00% 6822nd/6822 |
52.33% 3284th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Chantel"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Chantel" 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.