Combination of the prefix De- and the name Shante
A modern American creation likely formed by combining the popular prefix 'De-' with Shante, which is derived from the French word 'enchanté' meaning enchanted or sung. It emerged in the late 20th century as part of a creative naming tradition within African American culture.
Less common today
Deshante isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,877 in 1991.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
