Dontae
Dontae is a boy's name of French origin.
Meaning
Enduring, steadfast.
Origin and history
Dontae is a modern American spelling variation of Dante, which originates from the Late Latin name Durante. The name carries the enduring meaning of 'enduring' or 'steadfast'. In the United States, it emerged as a popular alternative spelling in the late 20th century.
Popularity in the United States
5,934 babies in the United States have been named Dontae since 1880. It ranks #1570 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1635.
States where it is most popular
- PA (11.2 %)
- CA (10.8 %)
- FL (10.2 %)
- NY (9.2 %)
- OH (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 | 6 |
| 1970-1980 | 324 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,130 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,703 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,557 |
| 2010-2019 | 922 |
| 2020-2029 | 292 |
Famous people named Dontae
- Dontae Johnson: American football player
Fun facts
- Dontae developed in the United States as a phonetic variant of the classic Italian name Dante.
- The spelling gained notable traction in the U.S. during the late 1980s and 1990s.