Davante

“variant of the name 'David', meaning 'beloved'”

American origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#5291US 2023

18Births / yr

↓Falling

1.3kAll-time births

📅 Since 198900.01% of births at peak

How to pronounce Davante

DAH·VANT·EE

/ˈdɑ.ˈvænt.ˈiː/ · stress on DAH · 4 syllables

“variant of the name 'David', meaning 'beloved'”

American origin · Boy name

What does Davante mean and where does it come from?

Davante is a relatively modern masculine name, primarily used in the United States among African American communities. It is a phonetic variant of David, with roots tracing back to Hebrew דָּוִד (Dāviḏ), which translates to 'beloved'. The variation with 'ante' gives the name a distinctive sound that

Cultural significance

Davante has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of variant of the name 'david', meaning 'beloved'.

Peak popularity

Reached #807 in 1992 — currently #5291 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Davante?

Davante works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Davante Grace

How popular is Davante right now?

Falling — down 697 spots — currently #5291 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1990–2023#5291 · Top 3.9%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#5291	18	▼ down 697 · -18% births
2022	#4594	22	▲ up 375 · +16% births
2021	#4969	19	▼ down 220 · -5% births
2020	#4749	20	▲ up 881 · +25% births
2015	#5630	16	▼ down 9
2010	#5621	16	▼ down 2248 · -47% births
2005	#3373	30	▼ down 1385 · -42% births
2000	#1988	52	▼ down 892 · -52% births
1995	#1096	108	▲ up 5264 · +1250% births
1990	#6360	8	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Davante

Best Year1995Rank #1096

Peak Count108

Average Rank#4367

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1990 - 202310 years

The story of Davante

Davante is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1989. With 1,334 total births recorded, Davante remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #6360 in 1990 to #5291 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Davante in 1992:

Michael Christopher Matthew Joshua Andrew

Davante by decade

Davante peaked in the 1990s. See all 1990s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	7
1990s ★	800
2000s	362
2010s	145
2020s	20

💎With 1,334 total births, Davante is an uncommon but established name.

What are good nicknames for Davante?

Common

DavDavieDavyAnte

What names sound and feel like Davante?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Davante also consider these

Davonte

American · French

Dalante

American · A modern variant

Davaunte

American · Possibly a variation

Damante

American · To be loved

Daviante

American · English

Tavante

American · to bring strength

Kavante

American · brave one

Javante

American · Derived from 'Javon',

Common questions about the name Davante

What does the name Davante mean?

Davante means "variant of the name 'David', meaning 'beloved'" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Davante?

Davante is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Davante?

Davante originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Davante?

Davante is a four-syllable name pronounced D AA1 V AE1 N T IY1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Davante?

Davante pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.