Chantel
shan-TEL
Popularity
#6970
Letters
7
Syllables
2
Origin
French
Total Births
14,981
Peak Year
#740 in 1990
First Recorded
1957
Style
Vintage
Spelling
Moderate spelling
What It Means
Derived from the Old Occitan word 'chantal,' meaning 'stone' or 'song'. It is often associated with the French word 'chanter,' meaning 'to sing'.
Numerology
The Seeker
Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.
Famous Namesakes
Chantel Jones
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