Holding steady.
Popularity of Shantale since 1970
Babies named Shantale per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 35 |
| 1980s | 55 |
| 1990s | 35 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Shantale is a modern American name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1970. Its peak popularity came in 1988, though it has never reached the top 1000 nationally. The name is believed to be a creative combination of a fashionable beginning, such as the "sha" sound, and the suffix "-tale" reminiscent of names like Chantal. It represents a broader trend of distinctive coinages in the late 20th century, particularly within African American communities. Despite its decline in use, Shantale remains a recognizable example of its era's naming style. The trajectory of the name has been stable since its peak, with very few births recorded in recent years.
Shantale appears to be a modern American coinage from the late 20th century. It likely blends a stylish sound (sha-) with the suffix -tale, drawing inspiration from names such as Chantal (French) or Shanice. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1970 and saw modest use in the 1980s, peaking in popularity in 1988.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Shan, Tali, Shanny
Sibling names for Shantale
Names that share Shantale's style, for a brother or sister.
