Dontea
boy nameDontea entered the US charts in 1977, peaked at #4509 in 1981, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1977–2025
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rank today
#4509
peak (1981)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #5123 |
| 1980s | #5979 |
| 1990s | #7079 |
| 2000s | #10206 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Dontea are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Dontea alive today was born around 1991, making them about 34 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Dontea in 2025?
- Dontea is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Dontea most popular?
- Dontea peaked in 1981, reaching #4509 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Dontea with classmates?
- Dontea will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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