NAME PROFILE
Dontay
Dontay is a name of modern American origin, often interpreted as a variation of Dante, meaning 'enduring' or 'steadfast.' Those with this name exude a sense of strength and resilience, embodying a spirit of determination and leadership.
Key Stats
| Total births | 2,431 |
| Gender | Male (30% / 70%) |
| Peak year | 1996 |
| Peak generation | Millennial |
| First recorded | 1972 |
| Most recent | 2021 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | African-American, American |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 28%NY — 23%PA — 19%OH — 16%MD — 15%
Notable People
Dontay Banks (American actor) · Dontay McClain (American football player) · Dontay Wright (American musician)
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