Donta Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Donta has American origins, combining elements from names like Don and Dante. It signifies enduring qualities and has evolved from traditional roots. While it does not have biblical relevance, it has become a popular choice in contemporary times, often viewed positively for its uniqueness.
The name Donta is most popular in Maryland, 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, Donta 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, 'Donta' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7201st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1088th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 960th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2086th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4143rd out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8515th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 17789th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Donta' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Donta"
Pronunciation
/ˈdɒn.tə/
Origin
American
Etymology
Donta is a modern name that likely derives from a combination of the name Don and the suffix -ta, which might be inspired by names like Dante.
Meaning
enduring, steadfast
Language Evolution
Don, Dante
Historical Usage
Donta gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, as a unique variant of more traditional names.
Variants & Derivatives
Dante, Don
Modern Popularity & Image
Donta is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with strength and resilience.
Famous People
Donta Hightower - American football player, Donta Foreman - American football player
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Donta"
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 "Donta"
"Donta" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 7201st of 7552 | 6 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1088th of 10718 | 906 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 960th of 16616 | 1,735 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2086th of 24088 | 943 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4143rd of 23106 | 299 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 8515th of 19264 | 66 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 17789th of 27321 | 25 |
Regional Popularity of "Donta" 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) |
27.65% 812th/2937 |
50.82% 1770th/3483 |
25.10% 883rd/3518 |
29.33% 1186th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
21.41% 789th/3685 |
29.34% 1313th/4475 |
15.67% 814th/5194 |
22.34% 1411th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
40.57% 1859th/4582 |
64.60% 3336th/5164 |
25.39% 1857th/7313 |
57.18% 4267th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Donta" 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 "Donta"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Donta" 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.