Meaning & Origin
Devante is a boy's and girl's baby name of African-American origin, a creative fusion of the prefix De- and Dante or Vante, popularized in American culture in the late 20th century. It gained wide recognition through R&B group Jodeci, whose member DeVante Swing became a defining figure in 1990s soul music.
Like many invented names from that era, Devante has a melodic, flowing quality that has kept it in use across generations. Its strong associations with music and cultural creativity make it a name with genuine character.