Deonta
Deonta is a boy's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Modern invention; blend of prefix 'De-' with the suffix '-onta'.
Origin and history
Deonta is a modern American name created by combining popular name elements like the prefix 'De-' with the suffix '-onta'. It emerged in the late 20th century in the United States, particularly within African American naming traditions. It remains a relatively rare choice in contemporary U.S. birth records.
Popularity in the United States
2,642 babies in the United States have been named Deonta since 1880. It ranks #2521 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1832.
States where it is most popular
- IL (20.1 %)
- MI (17.5 %)
- GA (14.3 %)
- VA (6.3 %)
- TX (4.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 80 |
| 1980-1990 | 487 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,134 |
| 2000-2010 | 535 |
| 2010-2019 | 311 |
| 2020-2029 | 95 |
Famous people named Deonta
- Deonta Lawson: Football player
Fun facts
- Deonta gained popularity in the late 20th century alongside similar names ending in '-onta' or '-ontae'.