To be sung
A modern American name derived from the French word 'chanté', which is the past participle of the verb 'chanter', meaning to sing. It gained popularity in the mid-to-late 20th century as part of a trend of creating rhythmic, French-inspired names within African American communities.
Fewer than 5 girls were named Shante in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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The same feel as Shante — far less common.
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