Donavon Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Donavon has Irish origins, meaning 'dark-haired' or 'brown-haired'. It evolved from the Gaelic surname Ó Donnabháin and has been used in various forms throughout history. While it gained popularity in the mid-20th century in the United States, it is perceived positively today. The name has no direct biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Donavon"
Pronunciation
/ˈdɒnəvən/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
The name Donavon is derived from the Irish surname Ó Donnabháin, which means 'descendant of Donnabhán'. The name Donnabhán itself is derived from the Gaelic word 'donn', meaning 'brown', and 'ban', meaning 'white' or 'fair'.
Meaning
Dark-haired or brown-haired
Language Evolution
Ó Donnabháin, Donnabhán, Donavon
Historical Usage
The name Donavon gained popularity in the United States during the 20th century, particularly in the mid-1900s, as Irish names became more embraced in American culture.
Variants & Derivatives
Donovan, Donavon, Donnie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Donavon is viewed as a trendy and modern name, often associated with a friendly and approachable personality.
Famous People
Donavon Frankenreiter, American singer-songwriter, Donavon Frazier, American football player
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 156 peak births in 2000
Geographic Spread
Popular across 30 US states, with strongest presence in Louisiana
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Donavon"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Donavon"
"Donavon" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2516th of 7545 | 168 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1322nd of 6773 | 488 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1659th of 7552 | 421 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1192nd of 10718 | 773 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1154th of 16616 | 1,296 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1315th of 24088 | 1,851 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3840th of 23106 | 335 |
Regional Popularity of "Donavon" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
70.55% 999th/1416 |
- | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
39.33% 608th/1546 |
- | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
45.44% 1012th/2227 |
- | - |
60.61% 1682nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
44.74% 1314th/2937 |
- |
46.79% 1646th/3518 |
28.86% 1167th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
30.34% 1118th/3685 |
38.91% 1741st/4475 |
20.00% 1039th/5194 |
26.37% 1666th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
25.77% 1181st/4582 |
42.62% 2201st/5164 |
17.23% 1260th/7313 |
22.24% 1660th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
71.34% 2842nd/3984 |
- |
56.49% 3854th/6822 |
65.98% 4141st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Donavon" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Donavon"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Donavon" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Donavon" in the United States
The name Donavon is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Donavon has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Donavon' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2516th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1322nd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1659th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1192nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1154th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1315th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3840th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Donavon' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.