Deontre

“A beloved name with deep roots” — Associated with African American naming traditions

American origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#9185US 2022

8Births / yr

↑Rising

779All-time births

📅 Since 198300

How to pronounce Deontre

DEE·ah·NTRAY

/ˈdiː.ɑ.ˈntreɪ/ · stress on DEE · 3 syllables

“A beloved name with deep roots”

Associated with African American naming traditions · American origin

What does Deontre mean and where does it come from?

Deontre is a modern American name that appears to be a unique creation, often associated with African American naming traditions. The name is likely a variation of the more common name 'DeAndre', which has roots in the name 'André', derived from the Greek 'Andreas' meaning 'man' or 'warrior'. Deontr

Cultural significance

Deontre has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a beloved name with deep roots.

Peak popularity

Reached #1523 in 1995 — currently #9185 in the US.

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How else can you spell Deontre?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

What middle names flow best with Deontre?

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

Deontre Grace

How popular is Deontre right now?

Rising fast — up 1910 spots — currently #9185 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1990–2022#9185 · Top 6.8%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2022	#9185	8	▲ up 1910 · +33% births
2021	#11095	6	▲ up 1398 · +20% births
2020	#12493	5	▼ down 5660 · -58% births
2015	#6833	12	▼ down 310 · -8% births
2010	#6523	13	▼ down 454
2005	#6069	13	▼ down 3284 · -61% births
2000	#2785	33	▼ down 1262 · -48% births
1995	#1523	63	▲ up 1527 · +200% births
1990	#3050	21	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Deontre

Best Year1995Rank #1523

Peak Count63

Average Rank#6617

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1990 - 20229 years

The story of Deontre

Deontre is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1983. With 779 total births recorded, Deontre remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #3050 in 1990, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #9185 in 2022.

Names that peaked alongside Deontre in 1995:

Michael Matthew Christopher Jacob Joshua

Deontre by decade

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

Decade	Births
1980s	48
1990s ★	436
2000s	193
2010s	97
2020s	5

💎Deontre has only 779 total recorded births since 1983 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Deontre?

Common

DeoDeieDeyOntre

What names sound and feel like Deontre?

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

Deondre

American · to long for

Devontre

American · A modern name,

Demontre

American · English

Keontre

American · the one who

Deonte

American · derived from 'Dee'

Deantre

American · a unique combination

Deontrez

American · English

Deiontre

American · variation of DeAndre

Common questions about the name Deontre

What does the name Deontre mean?

Deontre means "A beloved name with deep roots" — 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 Deontre?

Deontre 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 Deontre?

Deontre 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 Deontre?

Deontre is a three-syllable name pronounced D IY1 AA0 N T R EY1. 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 Deontre?

Deontre 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.