Enduring or steadfast
A modern American creation, likely blending the prefix 'De-' with the name Dante, which is derived from the Latin 'durans' meaning enduring. It is often associated with strength and perseverance in contemporary usage.
Less common today
Deontay isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,686 in 1996.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
Professional heavyweight boxer and former WBC champion
Professional football wide receiver