Don Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationDAWN / /dɒn/English; Irish
Meaning
English: world ruler; Irish: brown-haired
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Don is often a diminutive of names like Donald or Donovan. In English-speaking countries, it has been used as a standalone name since the 20th century. In Irish culture, it is associated with the Gaelic name Donn, meaning 'brown' or 'dark'. The name has also been popularized in various forms of media.
Trend Summary
The name Don has seen a decline in popularity in the United States since the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Donny
- Donnie
International Variants
- Donato (Italian)
- Donovan (Irish)
Famous people named Don
Don Rickles: An American stand-up comedian and actor famous for his insult comedy.
Don Johnson: An American actor known for his role in the television series 'Miami Vice'.
Don McLean: An American singer-songwriter best known for his hit song 'American Pie'.
Fictional characters named Don
Don Draper: The main character in the television series 'Mad Men', known for his complex personality and career in advertising.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Don was first seen in the United States in 1880. Don has ranked as high as #160 nationally, which occurred in 1946, and has been most popular in California, Ohio, Illinois, Texas, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Don has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Don (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 8 | |
| TX | 7 | |
| NY | 6 | |
| FL | 6 | |
| GA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 34 |
| 1881 | 26 |
| 1882 | 46 |
| 1883 | 54 |
| 1884 | 47 |
| 1885 | 35 |
| 1886 | 61 |
| 1887 | 39 |
| 1888 | 50 |
| 1889 | 62 |
| 1890 | 61 |
| 1891 | 48 |
| 1892 | 68 |
| 1893 | 64 |
| 1894 | 72 |
| 1895 | 78 |
| 1896 | 66 |
| 1897 | 49 |
| 1898 | 49 |
| 1899 | 65 |
| 1900 | 81 |
| 1901 | 48 |
| 1902 | 79 |
| 1903 | 64 |
| 1904 | 75 |
| 1905 | 85 |
| 1906 | 87 |
| 1907 | 81 |
| 1908 | 107 |
| 1909 | 110 |
| 1910 | 140 |
| 1911 | 167 |
| 1912 | 332 |
| 1913 | 388 |
| 1914 | 521 |
| 1915 | 747 |
| 1916 | 744 |
| 1917 | 757 |
| 1918 | 931 |
| 1919 | 956 |
| 1920 | 1,019 |
| 1921 | 1,172 |
| 1922 | 1,183 |
| 1923 | 1,293 |
| 1924 | 1,451 |
| 1925 | 1,653 |
| 1926 | 1,966 |
| 1927 | 2,303 |
| 1928 | 2,382 |
| 1929 | 2,519 |
| 1930 | 2,922 |
| 1931 | 3,176 |
| 1932 | 3,453 |
| 1933 | 3,453 |
| 1934 | 3,926 |
| 1935 | 3,917 |
| 1936 | 3,830 |
| 1937 | 3,814 |
| 1938 | 3,900 |
| 1939 | 3,589 |
| 1940 | 3,547 |
| 1941 | 3,533 |
| 1942 | 3,564 |
| 1943 | 3,816 |
| 1944 | 3,589 |
| 1945 | 3,482 |
| 1946 | 4,111 |
| 1947 | 4,005 |
| 1948 | 3,546 |
| 1949 | 3,060 |
| 1950 | 2,711 |
| 1951 | 2,619 |
| 1952 | 2,570 |
| 1953 | 2,712 |
| 1954 | 2,748 |
| 1955 | 2,649 |
| 1956 | 2,898 |
| 1957 | 3,347 |
| 1958 | 3,580 |
| 1959 | 3,617 |
| 1960 | 3,455 |
| 1961 | 3,149 |
| 1962 | 2,914 |
| 1963 | 2,521 |
| 1964 | 2,303 |
| 1965 | 1,909 |
| 1966 | 1,650 |
| 1967 | 1,469 |
| 1968 | 1,404 |
| 1969 | 1,349 |
| 1970 | 1,279 |
| 1971 | 1,092 |
| 1972 | 977 |
| 1973 | 893 |
| 1974 | 798 |
| 1975 | 765 |
| 1976 | 719 |
| 1977 | 732 |
| 1978 | 587 |
| 1979 | 654 |
| 1980 | 600 |
| 1981 | 653 |
| 1982 | 552 |
| 1983 | 478 |
| 1984 | 472 |
| 1985 | 473 |
| 1986 | 467 |
| 1987 | 449 |
| 1988 | 454 |
| 1989 | 394 |
| 1990 | 332 |
| 1991 | 353 |
| 1992 | 293 |
| 1993 | 308 |
| 1994 | 231 |
| 1995 | 299 |
| 1996 | 233 |
| 1997 | 194 |
| 1998 | 207 |
| 1999 | 187 |
| 2000 | 193 |
| 2001 | 183 |
| 2002 | 155 |
| 2003 | 155 |
| 2004 | 140 |
| 2005 | 138 |
| 2006 | 170 |
| 2007 | 127 |
| 2008 | 133 |
| 2009 | 136 |
| 2010 | 111 |
| 2011 | 113 |
| 2012 | 95 |
| 2013 | 125 |
| 2014 | 112 |
| 2015 | 117 |
| 2016 | 105 |
| 2017 | 90 |
| 2018 | 115 |
| 2019 | 88 |
| 2020 | 89 |
| 2021 | 102 |
| 2022 | 115 |
| 2023 | 93 |
| 2024 | 91 |