Stone or singing
The name Chanta likely has dual origins, potentially serving as a variation of the Sanskrit name Chanda, meaning 'fierce' or 'moon,' or as a French-influenced derivative of Chantal, which refers to a 'stone' or 'rocky place.' In some modern contexts, it is also associated with the French word 'chanter,' meaning 'to sing.'
Fewer than 5 girls were named Chanta in 2025.
American college basketball player
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).