Dontre

“from among.”

American origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#8939US 2020

8Births / yr

↑Rising

488All-time births

📅 Since 197500

How to pronounce Dontre

DAH·NTRAY

/ˈdɑ.ˈntreɪ/ · stress on DAH · 2 syllables

“from among.”

American origin · Boy name

What does Dontre mean and where does it come from?

Dontre appears to be an Americanized variant of the French name D'Entre, meaning 'from among.' The trend of creating unique names in the U.S., especially among African American communities, has led to the emergence of names like Dontre. This name may be less formalized and might not have deep histor

Cultural significance

Dontre has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of french.

Peak popularity

Reached #2154 in 1993 — currently #8939 in the US.

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How else can you spell Dontre?

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

What middle names flow best with Dontre?

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

Dontre Grace

How popular is Dontre right now?

Rising fast — up 975 spots — currently #8939 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1975–2020#8939 · Top 6.6%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2020	#8883	8	▲ up 975 · +14% births
2015	#9858	7	▼ down 3825 · -46% births
2005	#6033	13	▼ down 2175 · -38% births
2000	#3858	21	▼ down 1319 · -30% births
1995	#2539	30	▲ up 4284 · +329% births
1990	#6823	7	▼ down 573 · +17% births
1985	#6250	6	▼ down 76 · +20% births
1975	#6174	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Dontre

Best Year1995Rank #2539

Peak Count30

Average Rank#6302

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1975 - 20208 years

The story of Dontre

Dontre is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1975. With 488 total births recorded, Dontre remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #6174 in 1975, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #8883 in 2020.

Names that peaked alongside Dontre in 1993:

Michael Christopher Matthew Joshua Tyler

Dontre by decade

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

Decade	Births
1970s	5
1980s	49
1990s ★	242
2000s	133
2010s	51
2020s	8

💎Dontre has only 488 total recorded births since 1975 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Dontre?

Common

DonDoOntre

What names sound and feel like Dontre?

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

Dondre

American · A modern American

Dontrel

American · Variant of Don,

Dontrey

American · The name is

Doutre

Latin · A Latin name

Vontre

USA · A modern invented

Dantre

American · a modern invented

Montre

French · to show or

Jontre

English · A beloved name

Common questions about the name Dontre

What does the name Dontre mean?

Dontre means "French" — 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 Dontre?

Dontre is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Dontre have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Dontre?

Dontre 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 Dontre?

Dontre is a two-syllable name pronounced D AA1 N T R EY1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Dontre trending right now?

Dontre is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.