Davonte Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Davonte is an American name derived from the name David, meaning 'beloved' in Hebrew. It evolved from David to Davon and then to its current form, Davonte. The name is modern and reflects a trend towards unique naming practices, particularly among African American communities. It has no biblical relevance and gained popularity in the late 20th century. Variants include Davon and DeVonte, and it is commonly viewed as stylish and contemporary.
The name Davonte is most popular in Maryland, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) 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. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Davonte 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, 'Davonte' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 953rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1152nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2513th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 27321st out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Davonte' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Davonte"
Pronunciation
/dəˈvɒnteɪ/
Origin
American English
Etymology
Davonte is a modern variation of the name Davon, which is derived from the name David, meaning 'beloved' in Hebrew. The addition of the suffix '-onte' adds a contemporary twist to the name.
Meaning
beloved
Language Evolution
David, Davon, Davonte
Historical Usage
Davonte gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century, particularly in African American communities, as a unique and modern alternative to traditional names.
Variants & Derivatives
Davon, DeVonte, Devonte
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Davonte is perceived as a trendy and modern name, often associated with individuality and creativity.
Famous People
Davonte Adams - Professional American football player, Davonte Neal - American football player
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Davonte"
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 "Davonte"
"Davonte" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 953rd of 16616 | 1,756 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1152nd of 24088 | 2,252 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2513th of 23106 | 632 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 27321st of 27321 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Davonte" 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) |
18.48% 681st/3685 |
22.70% 1016th/4475 |
15.29% 794th/5194 |
20.37% 1287th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
21.37% 979th/4582 |
22.50% 1162nd/5164 |
14.59% 1067th/7313 |
26.71% 1993rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
45.91% 1829th/3984 |
73.95% 3318th/4487 |
37.60% 2565th/6822 |
62.16% 3901st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Davonte" 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 "Davonte"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Davonte" 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.