UK boy's name
Davontae
A masculine name of French origin meaning "from the valley".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2013. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Davontae is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Davontae popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2013 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4685, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2006, with 3 births.
This profile covers 6 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 2006 to 2013. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 6 living people in the UK are called Davontae. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2014 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Davontae ranked #4685 for boys in England and Wales in 2013, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2006, when 3 boys were registered as Davontae.
- • About 6 living people in the UK are estimated to have Davontae as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4685
2013
Births in 2013
3
Latest year
Peak year
2006
3 births
Estimated living
6
2026
Meaning
What does Davontae mean?
The name Davontae is a modern variation of the name Davontay, which has its roots in the African American community. It is a combination of the names Davon and Tay, both of which have origins in the Igbo language spoken in southeastern Nigeria.
Davon is derived from the Igbo word "davo," meaning "brave" or "courageous," while Tay is a shortened form of the name Tayo, which means "one who is worthy of praise." The combination of these two names suggests that Davontae is a name associated with strength, valor, and admiration.
The earliest recorded use of the name Davontae can be traced back to the late 20th century, when it started gaining popularity among African American families. However, there are no known historical figures or notable individuals from ancient times who bore this name.
One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Davontae is Davontae Sanford, an American basketball player born in 1995. He played college basketball for the University of Dayton and later pursued a professional career in Europe.
Another individual with the name Davontae is Davontae Sankey, an American football player born in 1996. He played college football for the University of Oklahoma and was later signed by the Denver Broncos as an undrafted free agent in 2019.
Davontae Harris, born in 1994, is an American professional basketball player who currently plays for the Denver Nuggets in the NBA. He previously played for the Boston Celtics and the Toronto Raptors.
Davontae Merriweather, born in 1997, is an American football player who played college football for the University of Michigan. He was signed by the Atlanta Falcons as an undrafted free agent in 2021.
Davontae Kimbrough, born in 1995, is an American professional basketball player who currently plays for Žalgiris Kaunas in the Lithuanian Basketball League. He previously played for several teams in the NBA G League.
While the name Davontae is relatively modern and has gained popularity in recent decades, it carries a rich cultural heritage and meaning rooted in the Igbo language and African American community. Its association with bravery, courage, and admiration has made it a popular choice for parents seeking a name that embodies strength and resilience.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Davontae over time
The chart below shows babies named Davontae registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2006 to 2013. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Davontae, the clearest high point is 2006. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2013, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Davontae by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Davontae was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #4685 | 3 | 1 |
| 2000s | #4052 | 3 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Davontae
- Daniel 120,900
- Dylan 60,836
- David 37,852
- Dominic 20,480
- Declan 11,657
- Dexter 11,627
- Danny 8,434
- Dean 5,329
- Dillon 4,113
- Douglas 3,773
- Dominik 3,494
- Damian 3,486
FAQ
Davontae: questions and answers
How popular is the name Davontae in the UK right now?
In 2013, Davontae was ranked #4685 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Davontae most popular?
The peak year on record was 2006, with 3 babies registered as Davontae in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Davontae?
A masculine name of French origin meaning "from the valley".
How many people are called Davontae in the UK?
A total of 6 babies have been registered as Davontae across the 2 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.