Holding steady.
Popularity of Deyonte since 1990
Babies named Deyonte per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 64 |
| 2000s | 53 |
| 2010s | 20 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Deyonte is a modern American name that first entered the U.S. Social Security records in 1990. Its popularity peaked in 1993, after which usage has remained stable but very low. The name is almost exclusively given to boys, reflecting a broader trend of invented 'De-' prefixed names that emerged in the late 20th century. Despite never ranking in the top 1000, Deyonte has maintained a consistent presence, with no significant rise or decline in recent decades.
Deyonte is a modern American coinage, first recorded in the 1990s. It follows the pattern of names beginning with 'De-' (e.g., DeAndre, DeShawn) combined with a second element that may echo 'Yonte' or 'Dante.' Its use peaked in 1993 and has remained relatively stable at low frequency since.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Dey, Yonte, DeDe
Sibling names for Deyonte
Names that share Deyonte's style, for a brother or sister.
