To sing
A modern variation of the French name Chantal, which originally referred to a 'stony place' but became associated with the French verb 'chanter,' meaning to sing. It gained popularity as a rhythmic, melodic choice in the mid-20th century.
Less common today
Chantee isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,380 in 1991.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
American R&B and jazz singer
