Deyonte is a unique, contemporary given name of American origin. Pronounced /deɪˈjoʊnti/, it is derived from the combination of 'De', meaning 'of' or 'from', and 'Yonté', which is an African-American variant of the French name 'Jean'. This blend creates a distinctive moniker that stands out while still maintaining familiar roots. The name Deyonte has gained popularity in recent years, particularly within African American communities, and is often associated with creativity and individuality.
The name Deyonte experienced significant popularity from 1993 to 1995 with a peak of 21 births in 1993, followed by steady decline until it stabilized at around 5-6 births per year from 1997 onwards.