Donn Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Donn is an Irish name meaning 'brown' or 'dark', originating from the Gaelic word. It has evolved through various forms in the Irish language, retaining its original meaning. The name is linked to a mythological figure and has been popular among the Gaelic nobility. It is perceived as a traditional name with strong cultural roots, and notable individuals with this name include athletes and authors.

The name Donn is most popular in Minnesota, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Baby Boomers generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Donn 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, 'Donn' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1155th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 667th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 587th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1103rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3589th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 10865th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 13917th out of 23106 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 8106th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 11760th out of 19264 names. Discover how the name 'Donn' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Donn"

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Pronunciation

/dɒn/

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Origin

Irish

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Etymology

The name Donn is derived from the Gaelic word 'donn', meaning 'brown' or 'dark'. It is associated with a figure in Irish mythology, Donn, the god of the dead.

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Meaning

brown, dark

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Language Evolution

Old Irish: Donn, Middle Irish: Donn, Modern Irish: Donn

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Historical Usage

The name gained popularity in Ireland during the medieval period, particularly among the Gaelic nobility.

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Variants & Derivatives

Don, Donald, Donnell

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Modern Popularity & Image

Today, Donn is often seen as a traditional Irish name, carrying connotations of strength and heritage.

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Famous People

Donnacha Ryan, Irish rugby player, Donn Byrne, Irish author

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Donn"

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 "Donn"

"Donn" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Boy 1155th of 7545 598
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Boy 667th of 6773 1,589
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 587th of 7552 3,138
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 1103rd of 10718 886
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 3589th of 16616 236
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 10865th of 24088 72
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 13917th of 23106 34
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Girl 8106th of 12526 32
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 11760th of 19264 30

Regional Popularity of "Donn" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
43.36%
614th/1416
65.63%
905th/1379
- 50.53%
577th/1142
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
26.33%
407th/1546
39.78%
619th/1556
89.97%
2117th/2353
28.05%
434th/1547
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
17.83%
397th/2227
24.28%
590th/2430
46.27%
1320th/2853
17.15%
476th/2775
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
32.89%
966th/2937
31.84%
1109th/3483
61.74%
2172nd/3518
25.94%
1049th/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - - -
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - - -
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- - - -

Regional Popularity of "Donn" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
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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)
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State-by-State Popularity of "Donn"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Donn" 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.