Declining since 1992, #8,910 for boys today.
Popularity of Dontez since 1973
Babies named Dontez per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 42 |
| 1980s | 189 |
| 1990s | 331 |
| 2000s | 235 |
| 2010s | 189 |
| 2020s | 40 |
Meaning & origin
Dontez is a rare American given name that first appeared in the Social Security Administration's records in 1973. It experienced a rise in use during the 1980s and early 1990s, reaching its peak rank of 8910 in 1993, before beginning a steady decline that has continued through the most recent year. The name's trajectory classifies it as falling, with its strongest period of adoption in the 1990s. While the name has not been recorded in any top states, its stylistic pattern stands out. Parents today may find Dontez appealing for its strong phonetic rhythm, though they should be aware of its limited history and uncertain etymology.
Dontez first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1973, likely as a creative respelling or elaboration of names such as Don or Dante. The -ez ending, reminiscent of Spanish patronymics (e.g., Rodriguez), may have been adopted for stylistic effect. The name saw its peak usage in the early 1990s, reflecting broader trends in African American naming conventions that favor unique phonetic constructions. It has no established meaning in any source language.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Don, Donny, Tez
Sibling names for Dontez
Names that share Dontez's style, for a brother or sister.
