Donte Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationDAHN-tay / /ˈdɑːn.teɪ/Italian; African American
Meaning
Italian: enduring; African American: variant of Dante
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Donte is often considered a variant of Dante, which has its roots in Italian culture. Dante Alighieri, a prominent Italian poet from the Middle Ages, is best known for his work 'The Divine Comedy.' In African American communities, Donte emerged as a unique adaptation of traditional names, reflecting cultural identity and creativity. The name has gained popularity in the United States since the late 20th century.
Trend Summary
The name Donte has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, particularly among African American communities.
Similar Names
Variants
- Dante
International Variants
- Dante (Italian)
- Danté (Spanish)
Famous people named Donte
Donte DiVincenzo is a professional basketball player known for his time with the Milwaukee Bucks.
Donte Jackson is an American football cornerback who plays for the Carolina Panthers.
Donte Stallworth is a former professional American football wide receiver who played in the NFL.
Donte Moncrief is a professional American football wide receiver known for his career in the NFL.
Fictional characters named Donte
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Donte was first seen in the United States in 1961. Donte has ranked as high as #722 nationally, which occurred in 1997, and has been most popular in California, Maryland, Pennsylvania, New York, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Donte has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Donte (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 10 | |
| NC | 7 | |
| NY | 5 | |
| GA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1961 | 7 |
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1963 | 8 |
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1965 | 9 |
| 1966 | 15 |
| 1967 | 13 |
| 1968 | 25 |
| 1969 | 37 |
| 1970 | 45 |
| 1971 | 71 |
| 1972 | 90 |
| 1973 | 107 |
| 1974 | 117 |
| 1975 | 143 |
| 1976 | 154 |
| 1977 | 231 |
| 1978 | 240 |
| 1979 | 265 |
| 1980 | 267 |
| 1981 | 290 |
| 1982 | 296 |
| 1983 | 329 |
| 1984 | 311 |
| 1985 | 370 |
| 1986 | 352 |
| 1987 | 425 |
| 1988 | 468 |
| 1989 | 503 |
| 1990 | 536 |
| 1991 | 533 |
| 1992 | 531 |
| 1993 | 500 |
| 1994 | 452 |
| 1995 | 453 |
| 1996 | 517 |
| 1997 | 589 |
| 1998 | 472 |
| 1999 | 411 |
| 2000 | 426 |
| 2001 | 366 |
| 2002 | 338 |
| 2003 | 362 |
| 2004 | 318 |
| 2005 | 328 |
| 2006 | 300 |
| 2007 | 315 |
| 2008 | 281 |
| 2009 | 296 |
| 2010 | 221 |
| 2011 | 208 |
| 2012 | 228 |
| 2013 | 166 |
| 2014 | 165 |
| 2015 | 154 |
| 2016 | 131 |
| 2017 | 134 |
| 2018 | 117 |
| 2019 | 112 |
| 2020 | 118 |
| 2021 | 109 |
| 2022 | 79 |
| 2023 | 73 |
| 2024 | 79 |