Boy
Donte
lasting, enduring
About Donte
There's something effortlessly cool about Donte. This name has traveled through generations, carrying with it a sense of artistic flair and cultural richness. Donte strikes a perfect balance between familiarity and distinctiveness—people recognize it, yet it never feels overused. The name has a rhythmic quality that rolls off the tongue, making it memorable in the best way possible. Parents who choose Donte often appreciate its connection to creativity and individuality. It works well internationally, transcending linguistic boundaries with ease. Whether shortened to casual nicknames or used in its full form, Donte maintains its inherent sense of style and confidence throughout.
Popularity of the Name Donte
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | |
|---|---|---|
| 1971 | #967 | |
| 1972 | #847 | |
| 1973 | #770 | |
| 1974 | #751 | |
| 1975 | #693 | |
| 1976 | #662 | |
| 1977 | #550 | |
| 1978 | #533 | |
| 1979 | #517 | |
| 1980 | #527 | |
| 1981 | #491 | |
| 1982 | #495 | |
| 1983 | #461 | |
| 1984 | #475 | |
| 1985 | #444 | |
| 1986 | #463 | |
| 1987 | #425 | |
| 1988 | #416 | |
| 1989 | #414 | |
| 1990 | #423 | |
| 1991 | #424 | |
| 1992 | #420 | |
| 1993 | #439 | |
| 1994 | #476 | |
| 1995 | #478 | |
| 1996 | #436 | |
| 1997 | #400 | |
| 1998 | #470 | |
| 1999 | #518 | |
| 2000 | #523 | |
| 2001 | #568 | |
| 2002 | #601 | |
| 2003 | #596 | |
| 2004 | #648 | |
| 2005 | #656 | |
| 2006 | #720 | |
| 2007 | #729 | |
| 2008 | #783 | #965 |
| 2009 | #773 | |
| 2010 | #914 | |
| 2011 | #954 | |
| 2012 | #905 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom
Variations of Name Donte
Names Similar to Donte
Nicknames for Donte
- Don
- Tay
- Donnie
Famous People Named Donte
| Donte Whitner | Former NFL player |
| Donte Stallworth | Former NFL wide receiver |
| Donte DiVincenzo | NBA player |
| Donte Grantham | Professional basketball player |
| Donte Nicholson | Former NFL safety |
| Donte Jackson | NFL cornerback |
| Donte Moncrief | NFL wide receiver |
| Donte Rumph | Former NFL defensive tackle |
| Donte Greene | Former NBA player |
| Donte Ingram | Professional basketball player |
| Donte Foster | Former NFL wide receiver |
| Donte Peace | Professional football player |
| Donte Williams | College football coach |
| Donte Clark | Professional basketball player |
| Donte Conner | Former NFL player |
| Donte Davis | Professional basketball player |
| Donte Doleman | American football coach |
| Donte Sawyer | Former NFL player |
| Donte Savage | Professional basketball player |
Characters Named Donte
| Donte Morris | A character from a mystery novel |
| Donte Johnson | A protagonist from a crime thriller |
| Donte Anderson | A fictional detective in a series of novels |
| Donte Williams | A character from a romance novel |
| Donte Robinson | A young hero in a fantasy book |
| Donte Brooks | A character from a sci-fi adventure series |
| Donte Martinez | The lead character in a drama novel |
| Donte Ramirez | A character in a historical fiction story |
| Donte Parker | A supporting character in a coming-of-age novel |
| Donte Smith | A lead character in a mystery novel series |
| Donte Lewis | A character from a supernatural thriller |
| Donte Wright | A protagonist in a literary fiction book |
| Donte Bell | A character in a contemporary fiction novel |
| Donte Mitchell | A lead character in a science fiction series |
| Donte Rivera | A character from a dystopian novel |
| Donte Bennett | A protagonist in a psychological thriller |
| Donte Simmons | A character from a romantic comedy book |
| Donte Sanders | A lead character in a legal drama novel |
| Donte Howard | A character in a political fiction story |
| Donte Ellis | A supporting character in a fantasy adventure book |