"stony place, rocky terrain"
Origin: Occitan/French
Language: French
Chantell
Chantell is a girl name of Occitan/French origin meaning "stony place, rocky terrain." Ranked #35,980 in the US, popular nicknames include Chante, Channy, and Elle.
French name of a saint meaning stony place with elegant flair
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Meaning & Origin
"honorific of Saint Jeanne de Chantal"
Origin: French Catholic tradition
Language: French
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The Story of Chantell
Chantell is a variant spelling of Chantal, a French name originating from the Occitan word chantar or cantal, meaning stony place or rocky terrain. The name comes from the village of Saint-Jeanne-de-Chantal in the Haute-Savoie region of France, home of Jeanne-Françoise de Chantal, a 17th-century French saint and mystic who co-founded the Order of the Visitation. After her canonization in 1767, the name spread across the French-speaking world as an honorific. Today it carries elegant French sophistication.
Chantal and its variants including Chantell and Chantel gained popularity in the mid-to-late 20th century, particularly in French-speaking countries, English-speaking Canada, and among African American communities in the United States.
Saint Jeanne de Chantal was known for her spirituality during grief and hardship, and the name carries associations with resilience, faith, and French Catholic heritage.
Historical Record
Chantell first appeared in US Social Security records in 1958.
Over 3,491 babies have been named Chantell in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Chantell is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #35,980 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Saint Jeanne de Chantal was canonized by Pope Clement XIII in 1767, and her feast day is celebrated on August 12th
- The Chantal/Chantel name family became particularly popular in Québec, Canada due to the regions French Catholic heritage
Chantell in Other Languages
Dutch
Chantal
French
Chantal
English
Chantel
Spanish
Chantel
Portuguese
Chantal
Popularity Over Time
#35,980
Current Rank
Hidden Gem
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Chantell
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Chantel Jeffries
Entertainer
1993
American DJ, model, and social media personality
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Chantal Kreviazuk
Musician
1974
Canadian singer-songwriter known for heartfelt pop and rock ballads
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Jeanne de Chantal
Religious
1572
French Catholic saint who co-founded the Order of the Visitation and gave her name to this name family
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #35,980
- Total SSA Count
- 6
- Cultural Origins
- French English American African American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Chante
Channy
Elle
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Middle Names
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Chantell is also used as a boy name, ranked #26049.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Chantell
What does the name Chantell mean?
"stony place, rocky terrain" (from Occitan/French). "honorific of Saint Jeanne de Chantal" (from French Catholic tradition). Chantell is a variant spelling of Chantal, a French name originating from the Occitan word chantar or cantal, meaning stony place or rocky terrain. The name comes from the village of Saint-Jeanne-de-Chantal in the Haute-Savoie region of France, home of Jeanne-Françoise de Chantal, a 17th-century French saint and mystic who co-founded the Order of the Visitation. After her canonization in 1767, the name spread across the French-speaking world as an honorific. Today it carries elegant French sophistication.
What is the origin of the name Chantell?
Chantell has Occitan/French, French Catholic tradition, French, English, American, and African American origins. In Occitan/French, it means "stony place, rocky terrain". In French Catholic tradition, it means "honorific of Saint Jeanne de Chantal".
Is Chantell a boy or girl name?
Chantell is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #35980. As a boy name, it is ranked #26049. Chantell is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Chantell?
Chantell is currently ranked #35980 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Chantell?
Common nicknames for Chantell include Chante, Channy, and Elle.
What are good middle names for Chantell?
Popular middle name pairings include Chantell Marie, Chantell Nicole, Chantell Renee, Chantell Louise, and Chantell Claire.
What are good sibling names for Chantell?
Names that pair well with Chantell as siblings include Monique, Nadine, Denise, Celeste, and Brigitte.
How many syllables does Chantell have?
Chantell has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Chantell a common or rare name?
Chantell is an uncommon name, ranked #35980 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Chantell
Chantell is a girl name with French, English, American, and African American origins . The name means "stony place, rocky terrain" in Occitan/French .
Is Chantell a boy or girl name? Chantell is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #35,980 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #26,049. Chantell is more commonly used as a boy name.
Chantell is currently ranked #35,980 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Chantell has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Chantell include Chante, Channy, and Elle. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Chantell include Chana, Chandler, Chanel, Chany, Channing . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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