Dantae Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Dantae is an African-American name derived from the Latin name Durante, meaning 'enduring' or 'steadfast'. It has evolved linguistically from Durante to Dante and finally to Dantae. The name reflects traits of strength and resilience, with no significant biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the late 20th century and is commonly associated with creativity and individuality.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Dantae"
Pronunciation
/dænˈteɪ/
Origin
African-American
Etymology
Dantae is believed to be derived from the name Dante, which has Italian roots. The name Dante itself comes from the Latin name Durante, meaning 'enduring' or 'steadfast'.
Meaning
enduring, steadfast
Language Evolution
Durante (Latin), Dante (Italian), Dantae (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly within African-American communities, due to the influence of cultural figures and media.
Variants & Derivatives
Dante, Dantay, Dantey
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Dantae is viewed as a modern and unique name that carries a sense of strength and resilience, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Dantae Jones, a contemporary artist, Dantae Smith, a known athlete
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Boy Name Trend
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 33 peak births in 1999
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 US states, with strongest presence in Florida
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Dantae"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Dantae"
"Dantae" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 10102nd of 10718 | 6 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5196th of 16616 | 135 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4419th of 24088 | 313 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 8378th of 23106 | 103 |
Regional Popularity of "Dantae" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
63.07% 3257th/5164 |
65.06% 4758th/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Dantae" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Dantae"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Dantae" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Dantae" in the United States
The name Dantae is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Dantae has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Dantae' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10102nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5196th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4419th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 8378th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Dantae' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.