Find out how popular the first name Jervontae has been for the last 1 years (from 1996 to 1996) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Jervontae by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Jervontae is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 1996, there were 12 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Jervontae.

The history of the first name Jervontae

The given name Jervontae is a modern African American name that emerged in the late 20th century. It does not originate from any specific language or culture, but rather was created as a unique and distinctive name within the African American community.

The name Jervontae seems to be a combination of elements from different names and words, but its precise roots and etymology are unclear. Some linguists suggest that the first part "Jer" may be derived from names like Jeremiah or Jerome, while the ending "vontae" could be inspired by French or Latin roots meaning "from" or "originating from."

There are no known historical references or ancient texts mentioning the name Jervontae, as it is a relatively recent coinage. The earliest recorded examples of the name likely date back to the late 20th century, coinciding with the rise of unique and unconventional baby names among African Americans.

While Jervontae is a relatively uncommon name, there are a few notable individuals who have borne it throughout history:

1. Jervontae Caldwell (born 1998) is an American football cornerback who played for the University of Kansas.
2. Jervontae Conner (born 1992) is an American professional basketball player who has played in various international leagues.
3. Jervontae Stallworth (born 1985) is an American former professional basketball player who played in the NBA Development League.
4. Jervontae Halton (born 1995) is an American former college basketball player who played for the University of North Carolina Greensboro.
5. Jervontae Posey (born 1995) is an American former college basketball player who played for the University of Tennessee-Martin.

These examples illustrate that while Jervontae is a relatively modern name, it has been used by several individuals, primarily in the fields of sports and athletics.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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