Dante Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationDAHN-tay / /ˈdɑːn.teɪ/Italian; Latin
Meaning
Italian: enduring; Latin: steadfast
Historical & Cultural Background
Dante is most famously associated with Dante Alighieri, a 13th-century Italian poet known for his work 'The Divine Comedy.' The name has been popular in Italy and among Italian communities worldwide. It has also been used in various forms in literature and art, symbolizing strength and resilience.
Trend Summary
Dante has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Danté
International Variants
- Dante (Spanish)
- Dante (Portuguese)
- Dante (French)
Famous people named Dante
Dante Alighieri was an Italian poet known for his epic poem 'The Divine Comedy.'.
Dante Bichette is a former Major League Baseball player who played for several teams, including the Colorado Rockies.
Dante Basco is an American actor and voice actor, recognized for his role as Rufio in 'Hook.'.
Dante C. is a popular American YouTuber known for his gaming content.
Fictional characters named Dante
Dante is a character in the video game series 'Devil May Cry,' known for his demon-hunting adventures.
Dante is a character in the animated series 'Dante's Inferno,' based on the literary work of Dante Alighieri.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Dante was first seen in the United States in 1908. Dante has ranked as high as #370 nationally, which occurred in 1998, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Pennsylvania, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Dante has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Dante (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 181 | |
| CA | 150 | |
| FL | 76 | |
| NY | 62 | |
| IL | 35 | |
| AZ | 33 | |
| MA | 30 | |
| NC | 29 | |
| PA | 29 | |
| OH | 26 | |
| GA | 24 | |
| CT | 18 | |
| WA | 18 | |
| UT | 17 | |
| IN | 17 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1908 | 7 |
| 1909 | 9 |
| 1910 | 13 |
| 1911 | 10 |
| 1912 | 34 |
| 1913 | 34 |
| 1914 | 55 |
| 1915 | 85 |
| 1916 | 72 |
| 1917 | 75 |
| 1918 | 61 |
| 1919 | 57 |
| 1920 | 66 |
| 1921 | 125 |
| 1922 | 106 |
| 1923 | 88 |
| 1924 | 76 |
| 1925 | 88 |
| 1926 | 51 |
| 1927 | 86 |
| 1928 | 81 |
| 1929 | 66 |
| 1930 | 53 |
| 1931 | 51 |
| 1932 | 39 |
| 1933 | 39 |
| 1934 | 36 |
| 1935 | 31 |
| 1936 | 24 |
| 1937 | 20 |
| 1938 | 22 |
| 1939 | 19 |
| 1940 | 21 |
| 1941 | 33 |
| 1942 | 25 |
| 1943 | 44 |
| 1944 | 29 |
| 1945 | 33 |
| 1946 | 35 |
| 1947 | 37 |
| 1948 | 38 |
| 1949 | 39 |
| 1950 | 39 |
| 1951 | 40 |
| 1952 | 46 |
| 1953 | 49 |
| 1954 | 51 |
| 1955 | 59 |
| 1956 | 61 |
| 1957 | 56 |
| 1958 | 70 |
| 1959 | 64 |
| 1960 | 75 |
| 1961 | 123 |
| 1962 | 103 |
| 1963 | 91 |
| 1964 | 122 |
| 1965 | 113 |
| 1966 | 137 |
| 1967 | 156 |
| 1968 | 146 |
| 1969 | 174 |
| 1970 | 222 |
| 1971 | 196 |
| 1972 | 255 |
| 1973 | 204 |
| 1974 | 254 |
| 1975 | 311 |
| 1976 | 296 |
| 1977 | 373 |
| 1978 | 367 |
| 1979 | 393 |
| 1980 | 387 |
| 1981 | 424 |
| 1982 | 433 |
| 1983 | 362 |
| 1984 | 398 |
| 1985 | 398 |
| 1986 | 444 |
| 1987 | 473 |
| 1988 | 508 |
| 1989 | 550 |
| 1990 | 639 |
| 1991 | 680 |
| 1992 | 659 |
| 1993 | 772 |
| 1994 | 786 |
| 1995 | 819 |
| 1996 | 978 |
| 1997 | 1,590 |
| 1998 | 1,670 |
| 1999 | 1,415 |
| 2000 | 1,352 |
| 2001 | 1,355 |
| 2002 | 1,268 |
| 2003 | 1,310 |
| 2004 | 1,209 |
| 2005 | 1,241 |
| 2006 | 1,184 |
| 2007 | 1,270 |
| 2008 | 1,146 |
| 2009 | 1,139 |
| 2010 | 1,342 |
| 2011 | 1,304 |
| 2012 | 1,251 |
| 2013 | 1,208 |
| 2014 | 1,108 |
| 2015 | 1,076 |
| 2016 | 1,010 |
| 2017 | 1,080 |
| 2018 | 1,073 |
| 2019 | 1,099 |
| 2020 | 1,110 |
| 2021 | 1,079 |
| 2022 | 1,084 |
| 2023 | 1,061 |
| 2024 | 1,067 |