Deonte Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Deonte is a modern English name that likely combines elements from the name Deon, meaning 'divine.' It has evolved from its roots to become popular in the late 20th century, especially in the United States. The name conveys traits of creativity and uniqueness, and it does not have biblical relevance.
The name Deonte is most popular in District of Columbia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the MidWest 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, Deonte has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, falling 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, 'Deonte' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2987th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 640th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 892nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2003rd out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 17532nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 15970th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Deonte' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Deonte"
Pronunciation
/diˈɒnteɪ/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
The name Deonte is a modern invention, likely derived from a combination of the name 'Deon,' which has roots in Greek, meaning 'divine,' and the suffix '-te' for stylistic purposes.
Meaning
Divine
Language Evolution
Deon, Deonte
Historical Usage
The name Deonte gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century, particularly among African American communities.
Variants & Derivatives
Deon, Deontae, Deante
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Deonte is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Deonte Harris, Deonte Burton
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Deonte"
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 "Deonte"
"Deonte" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2987th of 10718 | 184 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 640th of 16616 | 3,789 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 892nd of 24088 | 3,280 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2003rd of 23106 | 887 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 17532nd of 19264 | 7 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 15970th of 27321 | 34 |
Regional Popularity of "Deonte" 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) |
38.64% 1135th/2937 |
- | - |
49.95% 2020th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
11.97% 441st/3685 |
31.55% 1412th/4475 |
10.49% 545th/5194 |
15.26% 964th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
15.04% 689th/4582 |
30.58% 1579th/5164 |
9.74% 712th/7313 |
22.11% 1650th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
31.70% 1263rd/3984 |
- |
27.50% 1876th/6822 |
54.99% 3451st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Deonte" 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 "Deonte"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Deonte" 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.