Holding steady.
Popularity of Chauntae since 1971
Babies named Chauntae per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 24 |
| 1980s | 75 |
| 1990s | 27 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Chauntae first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1971, marking the start of its modest usage. Its peak year was 1979, when it was given to the most babies, though it never reached the top 1000 ranks. The name's trajectory has been stable since then, with sporadic but consistent usage, likely influenced by the broader trend of phonetic spellings for the sound 'Shawn-tay'. While no top states are recorded for the name, it reflects a creative spelling approach common in the late 20th century.
Chauntae is a modern American respelling of Chanté, which derives from the French past participle of chanter, meaning 'to sing'. The name was part of a late-20th-century trend of creating unique spellings for established names, often adding a 'y' or 'ae' for distinction.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Chaun, Tae
Sibling names for Chauntae
Names that share Chauntae's style, for a brother or sister.
