Chantal - Unique Girl Names

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Chantal

/ˈʃɑ̃tal/

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Moderate

Meaning

From the place name Chantel, meaning 'stone' or 'rock'

Represents strength, resilience, and spiritual grounding. The name embodies steadfastness and moral integrity, often associated with devotion and compassion.

Symbolism

Symbolizes stability and endurance, drawing from its etymological link to stone. It also evokes purity and dedication, especially through its religious associations.

Etymology: Derived from the Old French place name 'Chantel', ultimately from Latin 'cantellus', a diminutive of 'canto' meaning 'song' or possibly linked to 'lapis cantalis' meaning 'stone from Chantel'. The name was popularized by Saint Jane Frances de Chantal, a 17th-century French noblewoman and co-founder of the Order of the Visitation of Holy Mary.

Style & Origin

traditional

elegant

european

Cultural Background

Originating in French-speaking regions, Chantal is rooted in Christian tradition and gained prominen

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