Devontae Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Devontae has American English origins, stemming from the name Devon, associated with a geographical place. It carries meanings related to the divine and poetic qualities. The name has evolved from Devon to its current form, Devontae, reflecting modern naming trends. It has no biblical relevance and gained popularity in the late 20th century. Today, it is perceived as unique and trendy, with notable individuals bearing the name.
The name Devontae is most popular in Mississippi, 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, Devontae 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, 'Devontae' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1392nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1566th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2688th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Devontae' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Devontae"
Pronunciation
/dɪˈvɒn.teɪ/
Origin
American English
Etymology
Devontae is a modern name that is likely a variation of the name Devon, which itself is derived from a place name in England. It incorporates the suffix 'tae', which is a common stylistic addition in contemporary American names.
Meaning
divine, poet
Language Evolution
Devon, Devontae
Historical Usage
Devontae gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, as part of a trend toward unique and modern names.
Variants & Derivatives
Devon, Devonte, DeVante
Modern Popularity & Image
Devontae is viewed as a contemporary and trendy name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Devontae Adams - American football wide receiver, Devontae Booker - American football running back
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Devontae"
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 "Devontae"
"Devontae" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1392nd of 16616 | 974 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1566th of 24088 | 1,418 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2688th of 23106 | 566 |
Regional Popularity of "Devontae" 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) |
23.09% 851st/3685 |
57.01% 2551st/4475 |
18.12% 941st/5194 |
39.51% 2496th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
29.05% 1331st/4582 |
56.41% 2913th/5164 |
17.38% 1271st/7313 |
47.17% 3520th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
52.16% 2078th/3984 |
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38.24% 2609th/6822 |
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Regional Popularity of "Devontae" 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 "Devontae"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Devontae" 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.