Travonte is a unique and distinctive male given name of African American origin. It is believed to have emerged during the mid-20th century, although its exact origins are unclear.
The name Travonte appears to be a blend of two names: Travis and Monte. Travis is an English surname that originated from the Old French word 'traverse,' meaning 'to cross over.' Monte, on the other hand, is Italian in origin and means 'mountain.'
There is no specific historical figure associated with the name Travonte. However, it is likely that this name was created by parents who wanted to give their child a strong and memorable name with African American roots.
Despite its unique sound, Travonte has not gained widespread popularity as a given name. According to data from the Social Security Administration in the United States, there have been fewer than five babies named Travonte each year since records began in 1879. However, this does not diminish the distinctiveness of the name or its importance to those who bear it.
In summary, Travonte is a unique and distinctive male given name of African American origin that appears to be a blend of two names: Travis and Monte. Its exact origins are unclear, but it is likely that the name was created by parents seeking a strong and memorable name with African American roots.
The name Travonte has been given to a total of 487 children in the United States over the past three decades, from 1987 to 2022. The popularity of the name varied year by year during this period.
In the early years, between 1987 and 1990, the number of babies named Travonte was relatively low, with only 7 births in 1987, increasing slightly to 10 births each in 1988 and 1990. However, starting from 1991, there was a significant increase in the number of newborns given this name, reaching a peak of 39 births in 1996.
The years between 1997 and 2005 saw a fluctuating trend in the popularity of the name Travonte, with the highest number of births occurring in 2000 (31 births). After 2005, there was a decline in the usage of this name, with fewer than 16 births per year until 2014. Since then, the number of babies named Travonte has been consistently low, with between 5 and 10 births each year up to 2022.
Overall, while Travonte was a relatively popular name for newborns in the United States during the mid-to-late 1990s, its usage has significantly decreased over time. Despite this decline, the name continues to be chosen for a small number of babies born each year.