Holding steady.
Popularity of Deontrae since 1985
Babies named Deontrae per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 14 |
| 1990s | 101 |
| 2000s | 55 |
| 2010s | 15 |
| 2020s | 14 |
Meaning & origin
Deontrae is a modern invented name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1985. It reached its peak popularity in 1995, but has never cracked the top 1000, making it a rare choice. The name has remained stable in usage over the past decades, reflecting a style preference for melodic, invented names. Its creation fits a pattern of names beginning with 'De-' popular in the late 20th century, particularly among African American families.
Deontrae is a modern coinage that blends popular phonetic elements from names like Deon and the suffix -trae. It emerged in the late 20th century, particularly among African American communities, as part of a trend of unique names with melodic sounds.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Deon, Dre
Sibling names for Deontrae
Names that share Deontrae's style, for a brother or sister.
