Dontavious Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Dontavious is a modern American name with roots that may combine elements from other names such as Don- and Octavius. It means 'gift of God' and has developed from simple to more complex forms. The name has gained popularity in the late 20th century and is often seen as unique and creative, with no biblical associations.
The name Dontavious is most popular in Georgia, 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, Dontavious has been stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Dontavious' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9847th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1650th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2166th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4476th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Dontavious' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Dontavious"
Pronunciation
/dɒnˈteɪviəs/
Origin
American
Etymology
The name Dontavious is believed to be a modern American invention, likely formed by combining the prefix 'Don-' with the suffix '-tavious', which may be influenced by names such as Octavius.
Meaning
gift of God
Language Evolution
Don, Octavius, Dontavious
Historical Usage
Dontavious gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly among African American communities, as part of a trend of unique and distinctive names.
Variants & Derivatives
Don, Tavious, Dontae
Modern Popularity & Image
The name is perceived as modern and distinctive, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Dontavious Jackson, Dontavious Wright
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Dontavious"
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 "Dontavious"
"Dontavious" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 9847th of 10718 | 7 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1650th of 16616 | 736 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2166th of 24088 | 890 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4476th of 23106 | 269 |
Regional Popularity of "Dontavious" 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) |
- | - |
16.71% 868th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
15.99% 1169th/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
35.80% 2442nd/6822 |
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Regional Popularity of "Dontavious" 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 "Dontavious"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Dontavious" 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.