Holding steady.
Popularity of Kavonte since 1991
Babies named Kavonte per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 81 |
| 2000s | 107 |
| 2010s | 32 |
| 2020s | 9 |
Meaning & origin
Kavonte is a modern American coinage that first appeared in Social Security records in 1991 and saw its peak usage in 1995, reflecting the creative naming trends of that era. The name has remained relatively rare, never entering the top 1,000, and follows a stable trajectory. Its formation fits a broader pattern of invented names combining the 'Ka-' prefix with the '-onte' suffix, which were particularly favored in African American communities during the 1990s. Though no single state has notable density for the name, its roots are firmly in the United States.
Kavonte emerged in the United States during the late 20th century, particularly within African American naming traditions. It follows the pattern of coinages beginning with 'Ka-' (such as Kavon, Kadeem) and ending with the fashionable '-onte' or '-onte' suffix, which echoes French-influenced names like Avonte or Davonte. The name has no long historical derivation; it is a modern, creative formation that first appeared in Social Security records in 1991.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kav, Von
Sibling names for Kavonte
Names that share Kavonte's style, for a brother or sister.
