Dionte Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: dee-ON-tay //diˈɒn.teɪ//
Origin: English; African American
Meaning: God of wine (Greek); divine (Latin)
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Dionte is believed to be a modern variation of the name Dion, which has its roots in ancient Greek. The Greek name Dion derives from "Dionysios," meaning "of Dionysus," the Greek god of wine, fertility, and festivity.
The etymology can be traced back to the Greek word "Dios," which means "of Zeus," indicating a divine connection. This name made its way into Latin as "Dionysius," which was later adopted into various languages, including Old French and Middle English, before evolving into forms like Dion and its modern derivatives.
Historically, the name Dionysius was borne by several notable figures in antiquity, including early Christian saints. One of the most prominent was Saint Dionysius, a bishop of Paris in the 3rd century, who became a martyr and is commemorated in the Christian liturgical calendar.
His influence helped to solidify the name's presence in Christian contexts, particularly in medieval Europe, where it was often associated with themes of sacrifice and devotion. The name also appears in various literary works, including those of the Renaissance, where classical references to Dionysus were revived.
Culturally, the name Dionte and its variants carry connotations of celebration and vitality, reflecting the characteristics associated with Dionysus. The enduring appeal of names derived from Dionysus can be seen in various cultural expressions, from literature to art, where themes of revelry and the divine are prevalent.
The diminutive form "Dion" has also been historically significant, often used as a familiar or affectionate version of the name, further embedding the root name into various cultural narratives.
Famous people named Dionte
In this section, you will find notable people named Dionte. 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 Dionte who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Dionte Allen is a professional basketball player best known for his time with the University of Michigan and various international teams.
Dionte Johnson is a professional American football player best known for playing as a wide receiver for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Sibling suggestions
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Dionte was first seen in the United States in 1971.
Dionte has ranked as high as #1075 nationally, which occurred in 1993, and has been most popular in Illinois, Ohio, Michigan, California, and Florida.
In the past 5 years the name Dionte has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Dionte 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 Dionte was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Dionte (2015)
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 |
|---|---|---|
| OH | 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 Dionte.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 11 |
| 2023 | 15 |
| 2022 | 24 |
| 2021 | 24 |
| 2020 | 29 |
| 2019 | 27 |
| 2018 | 25 |
| 2017 | 30 |
| 2016 | 28 |
| 2015 | 27 |
| 2014 | 31 |
| 2013 | 27 |
| 2012 | 34 |
| 2011 | 40 |
| 2010 | 42 |
| 2009 | 40 |
| 2008 | 57 |
| 2007 | 49 |
| 2006 | 59 |
| 2005 | 63 |
| 2004 | 57 |
| 2003 | 71 |
| 2002 | 72 |
| 2001 | 85 |
| 2000 | 127 |
| 1999 | 102 |
| 1998 | 103 |
| 1997 | 127 |
| 1996 | 139 |
| 1995 | 148 |
| 1994 | 146 |
| 1993 | 172 |
| 1992 | 163 |
| 1991 | 136 |
| 1990 | 116 |
| 1989 | 121 |
| 1988 | 89 |
| 1987 | 79 |
| 1986 | 64 |
| 1985 | 38 |
| 1984 | 47 |
| 1983 | 49 |
| 1982 | 31 |
| 1981 | 31 |
| 1980 | 26 |
| 1979 | 20 |
| 1978 | 19 |
| 1977 | 28 |
| 1976 | 11 |
| 1975 | 9 |
| 1974 | 10 |
| 1971 | 5 |