Devonte Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Devonte is a modern English name that likely combines elements from existing names and has a meaning related to the divine. It has evolved from names like Devon and has gained popularity since the late 20th century, particularly in African-American communities. It is seen as a trendy name today, with notable individuals bearing the name contributing to its image.
The name Devonte 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. 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, Devonte has been falling for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, falling 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, 'Devonte' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9331st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 505th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 701st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1462nd out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 17321st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 35406th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Devonte' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Devonte"
Pronunciation
/dɪˈvɒnteɪ/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
The name Devonte is a modern creation, likely influenced by the combination of the names Devon and the suffix -te. It may also be derived from the African-American Vernacular English adaptation of traditional names.
Meaning
divine
Language Evolution
DeVonte, Devon, Devante
Historical Usage
Devonte gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly among African-American communities in the United States.
Variants & Derivatives
Devontae, DeVonte, Devon
Modern Popularity & Image
Devonte is perceived as a trendy and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Devonte Graham - professional basketball player, Devonte Hynes - musician and producer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Devonte"
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 "Devonte"
"Devonte" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 9331st of 10718 | 10 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 505th of 16616 | 5,567 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 701st of 24088 | 4,659 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1462nd of 23106 | 1,452 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 17321st of 27321 | 27 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 35406th of 35406 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Devonte" 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) |
11.23% 414th/3685 |
15.55% 696th/4475 |
7.47% 388th/5194 |
13.11% 828th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
14.47% 663rd/4582 |
15.47% 799th/5164 |
7.86% 575th/7313 |
18.54% 1384th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
30.02% 1196th/3984 |
43.73% 1962nd/4487 |
18.40% 1255th/6822 |
41.40% 2598th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Devonte" 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 "Devonte"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Devonte" 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.