Donia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Donia has Persian roots, meaning 'gift' or 'gifted'. It has evolved from its original form Dāniya and reflects attributes of beauty and grace. Although it does not have biblical significance, it has gained popularity due to its positive associations and is perceived as elegant in modern times. Notable figures with this name include artists and singers who embody its creative spirit.
The name Donia is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Donia has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Donia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3344th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3512th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4671st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3717th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6620th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7661st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 14179th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Donia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Donia"
Pronunciation
/ˈdoʊniə/
Origin
Persian
Etymology
The name Donia originates from the Persian word 'Dāniya', which means 'gift' or 'gifted'. It is often associated with beauty and grace.
Meaning
gift, gifted
Language Evolution
Dāniya (Persian), Donya (Modern variations)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Middle Eastern regions and has been used in various cultures due to its positive connotations.
Variants & Derivatives
Dania, Dunya, Donya
Modern Popularity & Image
In contemporary society, Donia is viewed as an elegant and sophisticated name, often associated with creativity and kindness.
Famous People
Donia Alavi, a renowned artist, Donia Nour, a notable singer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Donia"
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 "Donia"
"Donia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 3344th of 9107 | 133 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 3512th of 9204 | 123 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4671st of 12526 | 135 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3717th of 19264 | 273 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6620th of 27321 | 185 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 7661st of 35406 | 233 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 14179th of 30306 | 62 |
Regional Popularity of "Donia" by Generation for Male 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) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Donia" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
100.00% 2353rd/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
100.00% 3483rd/3483 |
- |
87.17% 3525th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 6317th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
73.80% 3811th/5164 |
- |
80.54% 6011th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Donia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Donia" 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.