Deonta, of African origin, is derived from the name Deontay, which means "faithful." It has gained popularity as a modern given name for males in recent years, particularly in English-speaking countries. Pronounced as /dē-ōn-tə/, it consists of three syllables and carries a contemporary yet timeless appeal. Spelling variations include Deonte and Deontae, though the original spelling remains prevalent.
The name Deonta has seen significant popularity and fluctuations over the years. It started with a low of 5 births in 1974, but quickly gained traction, peaking at 158 births in 1992. This high popularity persisted until around the late 1990s to early 2000s, after which it began to decline steadily, reaching a recent low of 10 births in 2023. Overall, there have been 2611 births named Deonta since 1974.