Chantae is a unique and melodious given name of African American origin, derived from the Swahili word 'ntae', meaning 'to sing'. It gained popularity during the mid-20th century in the United States as part of the broader trend towards distinctively African American names. The name Chantae has been popular among families who wish to celebrate their African heritage while also choosing a name that is aesthetically pleasing and distinctive.
The name Chantae appears to have had its peak popularity from the late 1970s to the mid-1980s, with a significant increase starting from 1980 (16 births) and peaking in 1982 (21 births). After that period, there was a steady decline in the number of babies named Chantae until around the late 1990s to early 2000s. By 2007 and 2013, the name had almost faded out, with only five and six births respectively in those years. Overall, there were a total of 515 babies named Chantae from 1964 to 2013 based on these statistics.