Shante
About Shante
Shante (also spelled Shanté or Shantae) likely developed in the United States during the 1970s, when it saw its first significant usage. The name may have several possible origins. It could be a variant of the French name Chantal, which derives from a place name meaning "stony." Alternatively, it may be related to the French word "chanter" meaning "to sing," or the English word "chant." Some linguistics suggest possible connections to West African naming patterns, though specific etymological links are not well documented. Shante peaked in popularity during the 1970s and early 1980s. The name gained additional recognition through several notable bearers, including American rapper Roxanne Shanté. Today, Shante continues to be used, though less frequently than during its peak decades.
Pronounced shahn-TAY.
As of October 2026, Shante ranked #11033 in US births in 2023 SSA, peaked at #550 in 1985.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |
Shante on lists
Famous Shantes
- Shante Taylor
ex,wife of American rapper Snoop Dogg
- Lolita Shanté Gooden
birth name of Roxanne Shanté, American rapper of Roxanne Wars and Juice Crew
- Shante Scott Franklin aka Curren$y
male American rapper
- Shante Carver
American male NFL football player
Shante in pop culture
- Shante Smith
from movie "Two Can Play That Game"