UK girl's name
Shauntelle
A feminine name having Irish origins meaning "womanly" or "graceful".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 1997. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Shauntelle is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Shauntelle popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 1997 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3824, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1997, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 1997 to 1997. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Shauntelle is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Shauntelle. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 1998 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Shauntelle ranked #3824 for girls in England and Wales in 1997, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1997, when 3 girls were registered as Shauntelle.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Shauntelle as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3824
1997
Births in 1997
3
Latest year
Peak year
1997
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Shauntelle mean?
The given name Shauntelle has its origins in the French language and culture, dating back to the late 18th century. It is derived from the Old French word "chant," meaning "song" or "chant," and is believed to have been initially used as a feminine form of the masculine name Shawn or Sean.
The earliest recorded use of the name Shauntelle can be traced back to the late 1700s in France, where it was occasionally bestowed upon newborn girls. However, it remained relatively uncommon until the 20th century when it gained more widespread popularity, particularly in the United States.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who have borne the name Shauntelle. One of the earliest recorded instances is Shauntelle Beaumont (1802-1879), a French poetess and writer who gained recognition for her works celebrating nature and the beauty of the French countryside.
Another prominent figure was Shauntelle Dubois (1867-1943), a French-American educator and activist who championed women's rights and advocated for equal access to education. She founded several schools and educational institutions in the United States during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
In the realm of arts and entertainment, Shauntelle Marceau (1924-2015) was a renowned French actress and dancer, known for her roles in several acclaimed films, including "Gigi" and "The Lovers." She was awarded the prestigious César Award for Best Actress in 1982.
The name Shauntelle has also been associated with notable figures in the field of science and exploration. Shauntelle Cousteau (1910-1997) was a French explorer and environmentalist, best known for her work in promoting marine conservation and her pioneering underwater documentaries alongside her father, Jacques Cousteau.
More recently, Shauntelle LaBelle (born 1954) is an American singer and actress who rose to fame in the 1970s and 1980s with hits like "New Attitude" and "If You Asked Me To." She has won numerous awards, including Grammy Awards and Emmy Awards, and continues to be a prominent figure in the entertainment industry.
While the name Shauntelle has French roots, it has gained popularity in various parts of the world, particularly in English-speaking countries, and has been embraced by individuals of diverse cultural backgrounds.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Shauntelle by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Shauntelle was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990s | #3824 | 3 | 1 |
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FAQ
Shauntelle: questions and answers
How popular is the name Shauntelle in the UK right now?
In 1997, Shauntelle was ranked #3824 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Shauntelle most popular?
The peak year on record was 1997, with 3 babies registered as Shauntelle in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Shauntelle?
A feminine name having Irish origins meaning "womanly" or "graceful".
How many people are called Shauntelle in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Shauntelle across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.