Holding steady.
Popularity of Chantilly since 1975
Babies named Chantilly per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 32 |
| 1980s | 105 |
| 1990s | 98 |
| 2000s | 13 |
| 2010s | 5 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
While it has never appeared in the U.S. top 1000, Chantilly has maintained a quiet presence since its first recorded use in 1975. The name reached its peak popularity in 1989, but even then it was a rare choice. In the most recent data from 2025, the name remains stable, with fewer than 5 births per year, making it a genuinely uncommon find. Unlike many similar French-inspired names, Chantilly has not experienced a revival and continues to be a distinctive, unconventional option for parents seeking something truly unique.
The name Chantilly is taken from the French town of Chantilly, known for its lace and porcelain. The town's name itself is of pre-Latin origin, possibly Gaulish, but the specific meaning is lost. As a given name, Chantilly emerged in the United States in the 1970s, likely inspired by the luxurious lace or the town's elegant associations. It has never become widely common, remaining a rare and exotic choice.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Tilly, Chani, Lee
Sibling names for Chantilly
Names that share Chantilly's style, for a brother or sister.
