Female and male names starting with the letter "D" .

DONNAVAN

Masculine

Uncommon yet distinct Irish given name derived from the ancient Irish surname Ó Donndubháin, meaning 'descendant of the dark little chief' and historically associated with the medieval kings of Desmond in County Cork.

DONNAVEN

Masculine

Uncommon yet intriguing Irish name derived from 'donn', meaning 'brown', associated with the fertility deity Crom Cruach.

DONNAVIN

Masculine

Irish name meaning 'faithful to wine', derived from the ancient Irish 'Donn' meaning 'brown' or 'dark' combined with 'fionn', meaning 'fair' or 'white'. It was borne by notable figures like Donn Venna, a 12th-century Uí Fiachrach chieftain.

DONNAVON

Masculine

American origin, created in the late 20th century by blending Donovan and Donald, both meaning 'powerful'.

DONNAY

Feminine

French-origin given name derived from "dun", meaning "fortress" or "castle". It historically symbolizes strength and protection.

DONNE

Masculine

Donna is an Italian name meaning 'lady', originally used as a title of respect before becoming popular as a given name for girls, particularly in English-speaking countries during the mid-20th century.

DONNE

Feminine

English origin, deriving from the Old French word "don," meaning "gift" or "grant." It was first used as a given name in England during the 13th century among the nobility and gentry classes to denote an individual favored by their superior.

DONNEISHA

Feminine

Unique African American given name created during the late 20th century by blending Dominique and Melissa, resulting in a distinctive and melodic choice for daughters.

DONNEL

Masculine

Irish name meaning 'dark challenger' or 'fierce chief', derived from Donall, combining 'don' (dark) and 'all' (chief). Popularized in Scotland by Irish immigrants, it has historical significance, being borne by notable figures like Donell of Mar and appearing in Irish mythology. Today, it remains an uncommon given name, often used to honor Irish or Scottish heritage.

DONNEL

Feminine

Irish name derived from the Gaelic word "Donn", meaning "brown-haired" or "dark-colored".

DONNELL

Masculine

Irish name meaning "dark stranger" or "strong challenger," derived from the ancient Gaelic name Donnghal. It was popular among early Irish kings and associated with legendary Celtic warriors like the Fianna.

DONNELL

Feminine

Irish name derived from Domhnall, bearing the historic meaning "devoted to God" or "proud one.

DONNELLA

Feminine

Italian-derived given name that signifies "little woman" or "womanly".

DONNELLE

Feminine

Rare American female name, potentially derived from Italian Donella, which means 'gift' or 'given'.

DONNELLE

Masculine

Donelle is a unique French girl's name meaning "gift from God.

DONNELLY

Masculine

The surname Donnelly is of Irish origin, derived from Ó Donnghaile meaning 'descendant of Donnchadh', an ancient Irish personal name for 'brown-haired chief'.

DONNER

Masculine

German origin, means "to thunder" and is derived from the Old High German word "donar," associated with the god of thunder in Germanic mythology.

DONNESHA

Feminine

American name created by combining Donna ('lady' in Italian) and Asha (a variant of Ashley), resulting in a unique and distinctive moniker conveying strength and grace.

DONNESHIA

Feminine

Distinctive African American female name, created by combining 'Donnell' (Scottish, meaning 'dark challenger') and 'isha' (Hebrew variant of Isolde, meaning 'ice ruler').

DONNETA

Feminine

Irish name derived from 'Dónn', meaning 'dark' or 'black'. It was initially unisex but now predominantly female, symbolizing strength and power.

DONNETT

Feminine

Rare but significant Irish name derived from 'Domhnach', meaning 'of the Lord'. Traditionally given to boys born on Sundays, it carries historical significance and is often associated with strength and leadership.

DONNETTA

Feminine

African American name of Italian-Latin origin, combining 'Donna', meaning 'lady', and 'letta', meaning 'happiness'. Popularized in the 70s-80s, it signifies strength and joy.

DONNETTE

Feminine

Uncommon yet captivating Irish female given name derived from Donnabhain, meaning "brown-haired fair one," inspired by the legendary Queen Dónnat Bán of Irish folklore.

DONNEY

Masculine

Unique French given name derived from 'donnée', meaning 'given' in English.

DONNI

Masculine

Italian-derived name, originally meaning "gift," with historic ties to Roman mythology's generous god of giving gifts.

DONNI

Feminine

Distinctive Italian girl's name derived from 'donna', meaning 'woman'. It signifies strength, grace, and intelligence.

DONNIA

Feminine

Unisex name of African origin, specifically from the Fulani people, meaning 'peaceful and calm'.

DONNICA

Feminine

Elegant Italian-derived female name meaning "lady" or "woman," popular among Italian-American communities for its sophisticated charm and adaptable spelling variations.

DONNICE

Feminine

Intriguing African American name from the early 20th century, believed to mean "God is with us," reflecting its spiritual roots and popularity during the Harlem Renaissance.

DONNIE

Masculine

Irish diminutive of Donald, meaning 'proud chief' or 'world mighty', originating from the Scottish Gaelic Domhnall.

DONNIE

Feminine

Irish name derived from 'Domhnall', meaning 'mighty chief'.

DONNIECE

Feminine

Unique American given name with uncertain etymology, possibly derived from Greek elements 'dios' and 'nike', but this interpretation is not widely accepted.

DONNIELLE

Feminine

Irish name derived from 'Donnell,' meaning 'brown-haired descendant.'

DONNIESHA

Feminine

Original West African Nigerian name with uncertain but potentially profound meaning, such as 'protected by God' or a blend of Irish and Hebrew elements.

DONNIKA

Feminine

Rare African American female name derived from Donna ("lady") and Nika ("victory"), signifying "victorious lady".

DONNIS

Feminine

Distinctive African name of Igbo origin, translating to 'beloved' and signifying 'the beloved one.'

DONNIS

Masculine

Scottish origin and means 'proud' or 'strong-willed', derived from the Gaelic word 'donn' meaning brown-haired or dark-skinned.

DONNISE

Feminine

African-origin name of Yoruba descent, meaning 'a secret is hidden', inspired by the goddess Oya.

DONNISHA

Feminine

Unique, beautiful name of African American origin derived from "Donnice", meaning peaceful. It combines "Don" (Latin: belonging to God) and "Nisha" (Indian: devotion). Popularized by recent celebrities, it's often associated with strength, intelligence, and beauty despite its relative rarity.

DONNITA

Feminine

Attractive and unique Irish girl's name that means "fair-haired.