Holding steady.
Popularity of Tavonte since 1992
Babies named Tavonte per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 84 |
| 2000s | 47 |
| 2010s | 7 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Tavonte first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1992, reflecting the late 20th-century trend of creative, sound-driven naming. Its peak year was 1994, though it has never entered the top 1000, remaining a rare choice. The name is a modern coinage devoid of traditional etymology, anchored only by its rhythmic pattern. Since the 1990s, its usage has been stable but thin, with no single state showing strong preference. Tavonte is a distinctive option for parents seeking an original name with a contemporary feel.
Tavonte is a modern American name that emerged in the early 1990s. It follows a pattern of invented names formed by attaching the syllable 'Ta-' to the suffix '-vonte,' which itself echoes the sounds of established names like Davonte or Lavonte. The name appears to have been coined purely for its pleasing sound, with no historical or linguistic root beyond this contemporary American naming style.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Tav, Von, Tay
Sibling names for Tavonte
Names that share Tavonte's style, for a brother or sister.
