Donte
d(o)-nte,
don-te
US Popularity:4152
Origin:Italian
Other Origin(s):Latin
Meaning:lasting; enduring
Donte is a masculine name of Italian and Latin origin. A variant spelling of Dante, this name means “lasting” or “enduring,” a perfect way to represent your unconditional love for baby. From the second they enter your life, baby is going to be an everlasting bundle of joy—the name Dante will make for a wonderful reminder. For literature buffs, the first person that may come to mind is Italian poet Dante, who’s known for one of his greatest works, Divine Comedy. His gorgeous style and language make it a stunning work of art, and is a great way to inspire baby to appreciate the classics.
Donte Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Donte is currently #4077 on The Bump
Boy:Donte is currently #1347 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Donte is currently #4152 in U.S. births
Boy:Donte is currently #1252 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#4152
in 2022
- 802
from 2021
Sources
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 387, 377
Name Doctor, Dante
Behind the Name, Donte, January 2012
Behind the Name, Durante, June 2019
Britannica, The Divine Comedy, work by Dante, February 2024
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