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Chante

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Pronounced shahn-TAY /ʃɑːnˈteɪ/Medium

Meaning: From the French chante, 'sung; (she) sings' (from chanter, 'to sing'). A lyrical, musical name long loved in African-American families.Low

In 30 seconds: A musical name: Chante means 'sung; she sings' (said 'shahn-TAY'). Lyrical and warm.

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Origin MediumFrench

MeaningFrom the French chante, 'sung; (she) sings' (from chanter, 'to sing'). A lyrical, musical name long loved in African-American families.

U.S. rank (2022)#13952 ↗ Rising

2022 U.S. births6 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year1993

Total births (all-time)≈ 3,956

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Chante comes from the French for 'sung; she sings.' It reads lyrical and warm - rare in the U.S. (said 'shahn-TAY').

It is extremely rare in the U.S.

Did you know? Chante is French for 'sung; (she) sings,' from chanter ('to sing') - a lyrical, musical name cherished in African-American families (said 'shahn-TAY').

Overall data confidence 46%

References - Chante — French 'sung; she sings' (chanter)

Variations

ChantayShanteChante

Nicknames

ChanTay

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Chante mean?

Chante is French for 'sung; (she) sings,' from chanter, 'to sing.'

How do you pronounce Chante?

It's said shahn-TAY /ʃɑːnˈteɪ/ - two syllables, stress on the last.

Is Chante a boy or girl name?

Chante is used as a girl's name.

How popular is Chante?

Chante is extremely rare in the U.S.