Devante Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Devante has a modern English origin, stemming from the name Devin, which has Irish roots. It is associated with the meaning of rising or advancing. The name has evolved from Devin to its current form and has gained popularity in contemporary society, often linked with creativity and uniqueness. There is no direct biblical reference associated with the name.
The name Devante is most popular in Louisiana, 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. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Devante has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Devante' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 546th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1089th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2079th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12938th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Devante' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Devante"
Pronunciation
/dɪˈvɑːnteɪ/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Devante is derived from the name 'Devin' which has Irish origins, combined with a modern suffix. Its use has been popularized in recent decades, particularly in African American communities.
Meaning
To rise or to advance.
Language Evolution
Devin, De Vante, Devante
Historical Usage
Devante gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, as part of a trend towards unique and modern names.
Variants & Derivatives
Devan, Devon, Devin
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Devante is viewed as a trendy and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Devante Parker - American football player, Devante Smith - American football player
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Devante"
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 "Devante"
"Devante" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 546th of 16616 | 4,944 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1089th of 24088 | 2,472 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2079th of 23106 | 834 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 12938th of 27321 | 57 |
Regional Popularity of "Devante" 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) |
13.60% 501st/3685 |
11.96% 535th/4475 |
8.24% 428th/5194 |
11.94% 754th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
24.51% 1123rd/4582 |
19.79% 1022nd/5164 |
12.84% 939th/7313 |
21.65% 1616th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
48.32% 1925th/3984 |
59.22% 2657th/4487 |
28.10% 1917th/6822 |
48.04% 3015th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Devante" 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 "Devante"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Devante" 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.