Davontay Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Davontay is a modern American name derived from the biblical name David, meaning 'beloved'. It has evolved from historical forms like David and Davant. The name is associated with creativity and individuality, and it gained popularity in the late 20th century. There is no biblical relevance. Notable people include fictional characters and athletes bearing the name.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Davontay"
Pronunciation
/dəˈvɒn.teɪ/
Origin
Modern American
Etymology
Davontay is a contemporary name that appears to be a blend or variation of the name 'David' with an added flair, possibly influenced by names like 'Montay' or 'DeVonte'.
Meaning
beloved
Language Evolution
David, Davant, Davontay
Historical Usage
Davontay gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, as part of a trend towards unique and modern names.
Variants & Derivatives
Davon, Devante, DeVante
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Davontay is seen as a trendy and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Davontay Jones, a fictional character, Davontay Smith, a notable athlete
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 36 peak births in 1993
Geographic Spread
Popular across 7 US states, with strongest presence in Maryland
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Davontay"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Davontay"
"Davontay" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 4729th of 16616 | 157 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4277th of 24088 | 328 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 9353rd of 23106 | 85 |
Regional Popularity of "Davontay" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
57.42% 2116th/3685 |
- |
64.02% 3325th/5194 |
63.94% 4039th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
76.12% 3931st/5164 |
51.89% 3795th/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Davontay" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Davontay"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Davontay" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Davontay" in the United States
The name Davontay is most popular in Maryland, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Davontay has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Davontay' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4729th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4277th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 9353rd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Davontay' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.