Donte Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

The name Donte has Latin origins, meaning 'gifted'. It evolved from the name Donatus and has seen various adaptations. The name is particularly popular in the United States, especially in the late 20th century. It is often associated with modernity and individuality. Donte does not have notable biblical references.

The name Donte 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 South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Donte has been falling for male in MidWest, falling 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, 'Donte' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5396th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 763rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 455th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 645th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1469th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 11010th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 10037th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 33240th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Donte' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Donte"

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Pronunciation

/ˈdɒnteɪ/

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Origin

Latin

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Etymology

Donte is derived from the Latin name 'Donatus', which means 'given' or 'gifted'. It has been adapted into various forms in different cultures.

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Meaning

gifted

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Language Evolution

Donatus, Donte

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Historical Usage

The name Donte gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century, particularly among African American communities.

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Variants & Derivatives

Dante, Danté, Donn

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Modern Popularity & Image

Currently, Donte is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with creativity and individuality.

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Famous People

Donte DiVincenzo, Donte Whitner

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Donte"

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 "Donte"

"Donte" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 5396th of 7552 25
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 763rd of 10718 1,829
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 455th of 16616 6,866
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 645th of 24088 5,459
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 1469th of 23106 1,437
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 11010th of 19264 36
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 10037th of 27321 95
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 33240th of 35406 6

Regional Popularity of "Donte" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
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Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
20.74%
609th/2937
25.90%
902nd/3483
19.47%
685th/3518
16.99%
687th/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
11.13%
410th/3685
8.11%
363rd/4475
7.82%
406th/5194
9.88%
624th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
13.71%
628th/4582
9.39%
485th/5164
8.31%
608th/7313
14.40%
1075th/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
33.08%
1318th/3984
28.46%
1277th/4487
20.43%
1394th/6822
28.98%
1819th/6276

Regional Popularity of "Donte" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
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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 "Donte"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Donte" 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.