Dontarius is of African origin, derived from the name Donte, which means 'gift of God'. It gained popularity as a unique and creative alternative to traditional names like Donald and Darius. Dontarius is often associated with individuals who are confident and independent, reflecting its distinctiveness.
The name Dontarius has seen a significant rise and fall in popularity over the past three decades, with its peak years being 1991 and 1994 when there were 21 births each year. However, since 2008, the number of babies named Dontarius has consistently been low, with five or fewer births annually. In total, there have been 375 babies named Dontarius from 1985 to 2022.