Delontae
A masculine name of French origin signifying "from the high hill".
Name Census estimates that about 174 living Americans carry the first name Delontae. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Delontae today is around 22 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Delontae births was 2011 (16 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Delontae. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
174
~ 1 in 1,969,853 Americans
Peak year
2011
16 babies that year
Average age
22
years old
2023 SSA rank
#12,648
Tracked since 1985
Census
Delontae in the 2020 Census
The 2020 Census recorded 150 people with the first name Delontae, which placed it at #45,340 in the published first-name tables. This is a snapshot of people who already had the name at the time of the Census.
The SSA sections elsewhere on this page answer a different question: how often parents gave the name to babies over time. The "people living today" figure on this page is different again: it is a current estimate built from SSA birth records and age-based survival rates, so the two numbers are not expected to match exactly.
2020 Census rank
#45,340
National first-name rank
People counted
150
150 in the published race/origin table
Per 100,000
0.0
People with this name in 2020
Largest reported group
Black or African American
92.7% of people with this name
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Delontae
In the 2020 Census race and Hispanic-origin table, the largest reported group for people named Delontae is Black at 92.7%. The next largest groups are Two or More Races (6.7%) and Hispanic (0.7%). These figures describe the people who had the name in 2020, not any inherent property of the name itself.
The bar chart below shows how people with the first name Delontae described their own race and ethnicity on the 2020 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given name, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Percentages are shown so the breakdown is easy to read across every published category. Because the 2020 Census first-name file also includes raw headcounts for each group, Name Census can show those alongside the percentages in the legend and hover tooltip.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A first name does not determine a person's race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the name Delontae at the time of the 2020 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- Black or African American92.7% · 139
- Two or more races6.7% · 10
- Hispanic or Latino0.7% · 1
Popularity
Delontae: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Delontae from the 1980s through to the 2020s, spanning 5 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1990s, with 66 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1990s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Delontae by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Delontae during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Delontaes live
Origin
Meaning and history of Delontae
The given name Delontae has its origins in West Africa, specifically in the regions of present-day Nigeria and Ghana. It is believed to have emerged during the 15th to 17th centuries, a period marked by the thriving kingdoms and empires of the region. The name is thought to be derived from the Yoruba word "dele," meaning "hunter" or "provider," and the suffix "-ontae," which carries connotations of strength, resilience, and perseverance.
In its earliest recorded instances, Delontae appeared as a name bestowed upon individuals who exhibited exceptional hunting prowess or demonstrated an unwavering commitment to providing for their communities. It was often associated with traits such as bravery, resourcefulness, and an inherent connection to the natural world.
While no specific mentions of the name Delontae have been found in ancient texts or religious scriptures, it is worth noting that the Yoruba people have a rich oral tradition that has been passed down through generations. It is plausible that the name's significance and origins were deeply rooted in these oral histories and cultural narratives.
One of the earliest recorded individuals bearing the name Delontae was a renowned hunter and warrior who lived in the Kingdom of Oyo in the late 16th century. His exploits and prowess were celebrated in the oral traditions of the Yoruba people, cementing his place in the region's history.
Another notable figure was Delontae Adeyemi, a skilled tracker and guide who assisted European explorers in their expeditions through the dense forests of West Africa during the 18th century. His knowledge of the land and his ability to navigate treacherous terrain made him an invaluable asset to these early expeditions.
In the 19th century, Delontae Oluwole was a respected leader and advocate for his community, known for his unwavering commitment to ensuring the well-being and prosperity of his people. His legacy as a provider and protector lives on through the stories and traditions passed down among his descendants.
Delontae Akinwande, born in 1872, was a pioneering entrepreneur and trader who established successful trade routes across West Africa, facilitating the exchange of goods and fostering economic growth in the region. His business acumen and entrepreneurial spirit were widely celebrated during his lifetime.
In the realm of art and culture, Delontae Ogunbiyi, born in 1923, was a renowned sculptor and wood carver whose intricate works captured the essence of traditional Yoruba aesthetics and storytelling. His creations were celebrated for their craftsmanship and their ability to preserve and honor the rich cultural heritage of his people.
These are just a few examples of individuals who bore the name Delontae throughout history, each leaving an indelible mark on their respective communities and contributing to the rich tapestry of West African cultures and traditions.
People
Delontae + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Delontae as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with D
Other first names starting with D with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Delontae: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Delontae?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 174 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Delontae going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 1,969,853 US residents.
Is Delontae a common name?
We classify Delontae as "Very Rare". It ranks above 72.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 177 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Delontae most popular?
The single biggest year for Delontae was 2011, when 16 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Delontae is about 22 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
How common was Delontae in the 2020 Census?
The published 2020 Census first-name tables recorded 150 people with the name Delontae, or 0.05 per 100,000 residents. That placed it at #45,340 in the national Census ranking for first names.
Why is the Census count different from the living estimate?
Because they measure different things. The Census figure is a count of people who had the name Delontae in 2020. The living estimate aims to answer a current question instead: how many people with the name are alive today, based on SSA birth records and age-based survival rates. Since one number is a 2020 snapshot and the other is a present-day estimate, they are not expected to be identical.
What does the Census say about the gender split for Delontae?
In the 2020 Census sex table, Delontae leans strongly male. 153 people counted with this name were male (96.2%), compared with 6 female bearers (3.8%). The Census view is a snapshot of people living with the name in 2020, while the SSA section above tracks births across time.
What does the Census say about the background of people named Delontae?
In the 2020 Census race and Hispanic-origin table, the largest reported group for people named Delontae is Black at 92.7%. The next largest groups are Two or More Races (6.7%) and Hispanic (0.7%). These figures describe the people who had the name in 2020, not any inherent property of the name itself. The percentages in the chart above come from self-reported race and Hispanic-origin responses in the 2020 Census.
Which group reports the name Delontae most often in the Census?
Black is the largest reported group for people named Delontae in the 2020 Census, accounting for 92.7% (139 people in the published table).
Why can the Census sex total and race total differ slightly?
The Census Bureau published separate 2020 tables for sex and for race/Hispanic origin, and the released figures can differ slightly because of privacy protection in the public files. That is why this page treats the gender section and the race/origin section as two related snapshots instead of forcing them into one identical total.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only includes names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files have no Census demographic snapshot. When that happens, the SSA trend, gender history, and state sections still appear, but the 2020 Census demographic sections are omitted.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Delontae in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Delontae a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Delontae in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Delontae still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Delontae in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Delontae can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
How many people have the name Delontae?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.