Donevan is a unique and distinctive given name of Irish origin. It is derived from the Irish surname O'Donovan, which is believed to have been brought to Ireland by the Normans in the 12th century. The name O'Donovan is thought to be an Anglicized form of the Gaelic name O'Dubhthaigh, which means "descendant of Dubhthach," with Dubhthach meaning "dark" or "black."
The given name Donevan is relatively rare and is not typically found in baby name books. However, it has been used periodically throughout history and has gained some popularity in recent years among parents seeking unique and meaningful names for their children.
In Irish culture, the O'Donovan clan was a powerful and influential one, with many notable members throughout history. The most famous of these is perhaps Florence O'Donovan, who was a prominent Irish revolutionary and a key figure in the Easter Rising of 1916.
While Donevan may not be as well-known as some other Irish names, it has a rich history and meaning that makes it an attractive choice for parents looking to give their child a unique and meaningful name with Irish roots.
The statistics provided show the number of babies named Donevan born in the United States each year from 1988 to 2016. The name's popularity fluctuated over this period, with a notable increase between 1999 and 2005.
In 1994, there were six births, marking the first significant appearance of the name Donevan in the US. This number remained steady until 1998 when it dipped to five births. However, from 1999 onwards, the popularity of the name began to grow steadily. There were eight births in 1999 and a peak of 14 births in 2001.
The years between 2001 and 2005 saw consistent growth in the number of babies named Donevan, with double-digit figures each year: 10 births in both 2003 and 2004, followed by 12 births in 2005. This period marked the height of popularity for the name Donevan in the United States.
After 2005, the number of babies named Donevan began to decrease gradually. There were 11 births in 2006 and 12 in 2007 before dropping to ten births each year from 2008 to 2010. Between 2011 and 2014, the number of babies named Donevan fluctuated between six and seven births annually.
In total, there were 174 babies named Donevan born in the United States between 1988 and 2016. Although the name's popularity has since declined from its peak in the early to mid-2000s, these statistics demonstrate that Donevan was a distinctive and recognizable name during this period.