Holding steady.
Popularity of Chantae since 1964
Babies named Chantae per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 5 |
| 1970s | 87 |
| 1980s | 217 |
| 1990s | 154 |
| 2000s | 46 |
| 2010s | 6 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Chantae is a modern American name that first appeared on record in 1964. It reached its peak popularity in 1986, during a period when many similarly styled names were fashionable. The name has not ranked in the national Top 1000 and its usage has remained rare, with the trajectory considered stable. As a product of the 1960s-80s trend for invented 'Chan-' names, Chantae reflects a broader cultural moment of creative naming in the United States.
Chantae emerged in the United States in the 1960s, coinciding with a popular trend for names beginning with 'Chan-' (such as Chanté, Chantelle, and Chanel). It is likely an invented name, influenced by the French word 'chanté' meaning 'sung' or the phonetic appeal of similar-sounding names. No established etymology or historical usage outside of modern America has been identified.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Chana, Tae, Chey
Sibling names for Chantae
Names that share Chantae's style, for a brother or sister.
