Devonte Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: deh-VON-tay //dɪˈvɒnteɪ//
Origin: African American; English
Meaning: Derived from the name Devon; English: 'defending' or 'poet'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Devonte is believed to be a modern variant of the name Devon, which has its roots in the Old English word "dun," meaning "hill" or "mountain." The name Devon originally referred to a region in England, known for its hilly terrain. Over time, the name evolved and was adapted into various forms, including Devonte, which emerged in the late 20th century as part of a trend of creating unique names by altering existing ones.
The suffix "-te" is often used in African American naming traditions, contributing to the distinctive sound and style of Devonte. Historically, the name Devon has been associated with the English county of the same name, which has been inhabited since prehistoric times.
The region has a rich history, with evidence of Roman occupation and subsequent Anglo-Saxon settlement. The name Devon became more widely recognized in the 19th century, particularly as surnames began to transition into given names.
The adaptation to Devonte reflects broader cultural shifts in naming practices, particularly within African American communities, where creative variations of traditional names have become more common. Culturally, names like Devonte carry connotations of individuality and creativity, often reflecting the desire for a unique identity.
The name may also resonate with themes of strength and resilience, attributes that are often celebrated in various cultural narratives. While there are no specific historical figures associated with the name Devonte, its roots in the name Devon connect it to a long-standing tradition of place-based naming in English culture.
The name's evolution illustrates the dynamic nature of language and identity, particularly within the context of contemporary naming practices.
Famous people named Devonte
In this section, you will find notable people named Devonte. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Devonte who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Devonte who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Devonte Hart is known for being a child featured in viral photos during a Black Lives Matter protest and for the subsequent Hart family tragedy.
Sibling suggestions
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Devonte was first seen in the United States in 1980.
Devonte has ranked as high as #423 nationally, which occurred in 1992, and has been most popular in Florida, Illinois, Texas, Georgia, and New York.
In the past 5 years the name Devonte has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Devonte is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Devonte was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Devonte (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 16 | |
| FL | 9 | |
| TN | 8 | |
| MS | 6 | |
| MI | 5 | |
| SC | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Devonte.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 100 |
| 2023 | 110 |
| 2022 | 111 |
| 2021 | 117 |
| 2020 | 119 |
| 2019 | 114 |
| 2018 | 127 |
| 2017 | 137 |
| 2016 | 133 |
| 2015 | 129 |
| 2014 | 127 |
| 2013 | 128 |
| 2012 | 131 |
| 2011 | 149 |
| 2010 | 150 |
| 2009 | 156 |
| 2008 | 177 |
| 2007 | 205 |
| 2006 | 243 |
| 2005 | 221 |
| 2004 | 233 |
| 2003 | 291 |
| 2002 | 311 |
| 2001 | 370 |
| 2000 | 456 |
| 1999 | 486 |
| 1998 | 519 |
| 1997 | 561 |
| 1996 | 681 |
| 1995 | 872 |
| 1994 | 977 |
| 1993 | 1,093 |
| 1992 | 1,325 |
| 1991 | 260 |
| 1990 | 94 |
| 1989 | 70 |
| 1988 | 57 |
| 1987 | 41 |
| 1986 | 30 |
| 1985 | 20 |
| 1984 | 11 |
| 1983 | 10 |
| 1982 | 13 |
| 1981 | 13 |
| 1980 | 10 |