Daunte

Meaning of Daunte

This name is thought to be a variation of Dante, meaning "enduring" or "steadfast." It suggests someone who is strong and doesn't give up easily.

Daunte has Italian roots — browse every Italian baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Daunte

After ranking as high as #972 in 2001, Daunte has fallen out of the US top 1,000 as of 2025.

Notable people named Daunte

• Daunte Culpepper
  NFL quarterback, football star
• Daunte Moore
  College football quarterback
• Daunte Johnson
  Professional basketball player
• Daunte Johnson
  Actor, comedian
• Daunte Gray
  American football player

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Questions about the name Daunte

What does the name Daunte mean?

Daunte means this name is thought to be a variation of dante, meaning "enduring" or "steadfast." it suggests someone who is strong and doesn't give up easily, and it comes from Italian origins.

Is Daunte a boy's or a girl's name?

Daunte is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Daunte?

Daunte did not appear in the top 1,000 baby names in 2025, which makes it a genuinely uncommon pick.

When was Daunte most popular?

Daunte peaked at #972 in 2001.