Shontelle

Shontelle appears to be a modern feminine name that emerged in the United States in the latter part of the 20th century. It may have developed as a creative variation of names like Chantal (of French origin meaning 'stone') or as a combination of the 'Shon-' prefix with the feminine '-elle' suffix that is common in many names. The name saw modest usage beginning in the 1970s and 1980s, with a small peak in the 1990s. While not among the most common names, Shontelle gained some wider recognition through Barbadian singer Shontelle Layne who rose to prominence in the 2000s. The name has been given to baby girls across various communities in the United States but remains relatively uncommon in contemporary usage.

Pronounced shon-TEL.

As of October 2026, Shontelle ranked #19164 in US births in 2011 SSA, peaked at #3350 in 1971.