Diontae Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Diontae is a modern name with roots likely stemming from the Greek name Dionysius, meaning divine or god-like. It has evolved through forms such as Dionte before taking its current shape. The name is associated with traits of creativity and individuality and has gained recognition primarily in the late 20th century within African American culture. There is no biblical relevance associated with this name.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Diontae"
Pronunciation
/diˈɒn.teɪ/
Origin
African American or modern English
Etymology
Diontae is a modern name that is likely derived from the name Dionte, which may be influenced by the name Dionysius, the Greek god of wine, fertility, and revelry.
Meaning
Divine, god-like
Language Evolution
Dionysius, Dionte, Diontae
Historical Usage
Diontae gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly within African American communities, as a unique and modern name.
Variants & Derivatives
Dionte, Dion, Dionne
Modern Popularity & Image
Diontae is seen as a contemporary and distinctive name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Diontae Johnson, an American football player, Diontae Wright, an emerging artist
📊 Diontae Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Diontae Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 35 peak births in 2000
Geographic Spread
Popular across 6 US states, with strongest presence in Michigan
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Diontae"
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 "Diontae"
"Diontae" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3435th of 16616 | 253 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4176th of 24088 | 338 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 7877th of 23106 | 115 |
Regional Popularity of "Diontae" 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) |
44.10% 1625th/3685 |
- | - |
60.06% 3794th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
49.85% 2284th/4582 |
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60.11% 4396th/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Diontae" 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 "Diontae"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Diontae" 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 "Diontae" in the United States
The name Diontae is most popular in Michigan, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) 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. From 2020-2022, Diontae has been stalled for male in MidWest, 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 South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Diontae' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3435th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4176th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7877th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Diontae' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.