How Many People Are Named Deonta?
Complete statistics for the name Deonta: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Deonta is a very rare male name, with only 2,580 people bearing it in the US today, making up just 1 in 127,927 Americans. It peaked in popularity in 1992 with 158 births, but its modern feel remains strong as nearly half of those named Deonta are under 30.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 5 represents change, adventure, and freedom.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 29All 2,662 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 1992Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Deonta Through the Generations
Deonta, a name that's been around since the early '90s, has seen a steady decline in usage over the years. With 2,662 total births recorded since its inception, it's clear that Deonta is a name that's part of a newer generation. The majority of people named Deonta are still young, with 1,188 under 30 and 1,474 aged between 30 and 60, indicating that it's a name that's likely to continue being used for some time, albeit less frequently.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Deonta's American coinage roots
📄 About the Name Deonta
How Many People Have the Name Deonta?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 2,580 people in the United States currently share the name Deonta. That works out to roughly 1 in every 127,927 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Deonta a Common or Rare Name?
Deonta is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Deonta Mean?
Deonta means "modern coinage, evokes strength" and comes from American coinage origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 5.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Deonta in SSA data, approximately 99% are male and 1% are female.
When Was Deonta Most Popular?
The name Deonta reached peak popularity in 1992, with 158 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Deonta?
Approximately 2,580 people named Deonta live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 2,662. That works out to roughly 1 in 127,927 Americans.
Is Deonta a rare name?
Deonta is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 127,927 Americans has this name.
What does the name Deonta mean?
Deonta means "modern coinage, evokes strength" and comes from American coinage origins.
Is Deonta more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 99% of people named Deonta are male and 1% are female.
When was Deonta most popular?
Deonta peaked in 1992 with 158 births that year. Current trend: Declining.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.