Modern creation, possibly beloved or from the shore
Davontae is a modern American name likely created by blending the classic Hebrew name David with the French-influenced suffix '-ontae'. While it does not have a singular ancient root, it is often associated with the meanings of its components, such as 'beloved' or 'of the mountain'.
Less common today
Davontae isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,176 in 1992.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
NFL cornerback
Subject of a high-profile legal exoneration case
