Delonte Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Delonte originates from Latin, meaning 'from the place of the long river'. It has evolved from 'De Lonte' to its current form. Delonte is associated with traits of uniqueness and modernity. There is no biblical relevance connected to this name.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Delonte"
Pronunciation
/dɪˈlɒnteɪ/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Delonte is believed to be derived from the Latin name 'De Lonte', which means 'from the place of the long river'. It has also been associated with the Spanish word 'delante', meaning 'in front of' or 'ahead'.
Meaning
from the place of the long river
Language Evolution
De Lonte, Delonte
Historical Usage
Delonte gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, as a unique and modern name.
Variants & Derivatives
Del, Lonnie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Delonte is perceived as a trendy and distinctive name, often associated with individuality.
Famous People
Delonte West, an American former professional basketball player
📊 Delonte Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 85 peak births in 1993
Geographic Spread
Popular across 5 US states, with strongest presence in District of Columbia
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 "Delonte"
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 "Delonte"
"Delonte" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4327th of 10718 | 92 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1664th of 16616 | 729 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3178th of 24088 | 505 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 5599th of 23106 | 193 |
Regional Popularity of "Delonte" 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) |
- | - |
41.93% 1475th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
55.28% 2037th/3685 |
- |
16.81% 873rd/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
52.36% 2399th/4582 |
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28.99% 2120th/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
60.69% 4140th/6822 |
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Regional Popularity of "Delonte" 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 "Delonte"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Delonte" 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 "Delonte" in the United States
The name Delonte is most popular in District of Columbia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the South 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, Delonte has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Delonte' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4327th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1664th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3178th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5599th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Delonte' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.