Dontavis Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Dontavis is a modern American name with no historical roots in traditional name etymology. It is likely a combination of 'Don' and 'Travis', meaning gifted and strong. The name has evolved from its components and gained popularity in the late 20th century as part of a trend for unique names. It does not have biblical relevance, and is currently perceived as distinctive and modern.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Dontavis"
Pronunciation
/dɒnˈteɪ.vɪs/
Origin
Modern American
Etymology
The name Dontavis is a modern creation, likely derived from the combination of the names 'Don' and 'Travis', or influenced by similar sounding names. It has no established meaning in traditional name etymology.
Meaning
Gifted, strong
Language Evolution
Don, Travis, Dontavis
Historical Usage
The name Dontavis gained popularity in the late 20th century as part of a trend towards unique and invented names in American culture.
Variants & Derivatives
Don, Travis, Donny
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Dontavis is viewed as a modern and unique name, appealing to parents looking for distinctive names for their children.
Famous People
Dontavis Sapp - American football player, Dontavis Johnson - Influential figure in contemporary music
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✨ Dontavis Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 23 peak births in 1991
Geographic Spread
Popular across 3 US states, with strongest presence in Georgia
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Dontavis"
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 "Dontavis"
"Dontavis" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 4234th of 16616 | 186 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 6912th of 24088 | 162 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 19426th of 23106 | 11 |
Regional Popularity of "Dontavis" 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) |
- | - |
41.97% 2180th/5194 |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
55.87% 4086th/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Dontavis" 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 "Dontavis"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Dontavis" 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 "Dontavis" in the United States
The name Dontavis is most popular in Georgia, 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, Dontavis has been stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Dontavis' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4234th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6912th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 19426th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Dontavis' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.