The name "Dontaye" is usually pronounced as don-TAY. In IPA phonetic transcription, it is transcribed as /dɑnˈteɪ/. The first syllable "don" is pronounced as in the word "dawn", followed by a stressed "TAY" sound, which is similar to the word "day". The "e" at the end is silent in pronunciation. It is important to use correct spelling when writing the name "Dontaye" as even small errors can change the pronunciation and meaning of the word.
The name "Dontaye" does not have a well-documented etymology. It is a modern given name that likely originated in African American communities in the United States. It may be considered a variant of the name "Dante" or a combination of the names "Don" and "Taye". However, it is important to note that proper nouns like names do not always have clear etymologies and can be created or modified based on personal or cultural preferences.