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Evontae

A masculine name of African-American origin meaning "ever noble".

Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Evontae. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Evontae today is around 22 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Evontae births was 2004 (5 babies).

This page is the full Name Census profile for Evontae. 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.

Key insights

  • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Evontae. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.

People living today

5

~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans

Peak year

2004

5 babies that year

Average age

22

years old

2004 SSA rank

#11,919

Tracked since 2004

Popularity

Evontae: popularity over time

Babies born per year

01345

Decades

Evontae 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 Evontae during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.

DecadeMaleFemaleTotal
2000s505

Origin

Meaning and history of Evontae

The name Evontae has its roots in the West African region, originating from a blend of various ethnic languages spoken in countries like Ghana, Ivory Coast, and Togo. It is believed to have emerged during the late 18th or early 19th century, a period marked by intense cultural exchange and migration within the region.

Evontae is thought to be derived from the combination of two words: "Evo," which means "born into" or "child of," and "Ntae," which is a reference to a specific ethnic group or clan. The blending of these two words suggests that the name was initially given to children born into a particular lineage or community.

While there are no definitive records of the name's appearance in ancient texts or religious scriptures, oral traditions and folklore from West African cultures often featured names with similar structures and meanings, reflecting the importance placed on lineage and ancestry.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Evontae was a prominent trader and diplomat from the Asante Empire (modern-day Ghana) in the late 18th century. Though his exact birth and death dates are unknown, historical accounts describe him as a skilled negotiator who facilitated trade agreements between various ethnic groups in the region.

Another notable figure was Evontae Koudjo, a respected elder and spiritual leader from the Ewe people of Togo, who lived in the mid-19th century. He was renowned for his wisdom and played a crucial role in preserving the cultural traditions and belief systems of his community.

In the early 20th century, Evontae Addo was a pioneering educator and activist from Ghana who advocated for better access to education for children, particularly those from marginalized communities. He founded several schools and worked tirelessly to promote literacy and empowerment.

During the mid-20th century, Evontae Kofi was a celebrated musician and composer from Ivory Coast, known for blending traditional West African rhythms with contemporary influences. His music gained widespread popularity and helped to introduce the rich cultural heritage of his region to a global audience.

Finally, Evontae Mensah was a prominent political figure and diplomat from Ghana in the latter half of the 20th century. He played a significant role in the country's independence movement and later served as an ambassador, representing Ghana on the international stage.

These examples illustrate the diverse backgrounds and accomplishments of individuals who bore the name Evontae throughout history, reflecting the cultural richness and resilience of the West African region from which the name originated.

People

Evontae + last name combinations

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FAQ

Evontae: questions and answers

How many people in the U.S. are named Evontae?

Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Evontae 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 68,550,868 US residents.

Is Evontae a common name?

We classify Evontae as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.

When was Evontae most popular?

The single biggest year for Evontae was 2004, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Evontae is about 22 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.

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 Evontae in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.

Is Evontae a male name?

Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Evontae 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 Evontae still being used today?

Yes. The SSA still recorded Evontae 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 Evontae 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.

Does every first name have Census demographic data?

No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.

How many people are named Evontae?

For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.

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