Declining since 2007, #7,194 for boys today.
Popularity of Jontae since 1976
Babies named Jontae per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1970s | 0 | 25 |
| 1980s | 95 | 125 |
| 1990s | 66 | 229 |
| 2000s | 18 | 305 |
| 2010s | 0 | 146 |
| 2020s | 0 | 46 |
Meaning & origin
Jontae is a modern invented name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1976. Its peak year came in 2007, when it reached its highest rank, but since then it has been falling in use. Over the past two decades, the name has become less common, reflecting the typical trajectory of many coinages from the late 20th century. Although it has not been widely adopted in any particular state, its blend of familiar sounds gives it a distinctly American feel. With a current rank of 7,194 and a frequency of roughly 1 in every 155,280 boys, Jontae remains a rare but recognizable choice.
Jontae is a modern invented name, first recorded in the United States in 1976. It appears to be a blend of the popular name prefix Jon (a form of John) and the suffix Tae (possibly inspired by other names ending in -tae or similar sounds). The name saw its peak usage in 2007 and has since declined in frequency, consistent with many coinages of the late 20th and early 21st centuries.
Sibling names for Jontae
Names that share Jontae's style, for a brother or sister.
