Dondi Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationDON-dee / /ˈdɒn.di/Italian; English
Meaning
Italian: 'gift'; English: diminutive of names like Donato
Historical & Cultural Background
Dondi is often considered an Italian diminutive of the name Donato, which means 'gift'. It has been used in various cultures, particularly in Italian-speaking regions. The name gained some popularity in English-speaking countries as a unique and playful name for boys. Its usage may also reflect a trend towards shorter, more informal names.
Trend Summary
Dondi is relatively uncommon in the U.S. but has seen occasional use as a distinctive name.
Similar Names
Variants
- Dondo
International Variants
- Donato (Italian)
- Dante (Italian)
Famous people named Dondi
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Fictional characters named Dondi
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Dondi was first seen in the United States in 1956. Dondi has ranked as high as #1093 nationally, which occurred in 1961, and has been most popular in New York, California, Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Louisiana. In the past 5 years the name Dondi has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Dondi (1975)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1956 | 19 |
| 1957 | 32 |
| 1958 | 23 |
| 1959 | 15 |
| 1960 | 17 |
| 1961 | 50 |
| 1962 | 48 |
| 1963 | 35 |
| 1964 | 32 |
| 1965 | 47 |
| 1966 | 32 |
| 1967 | 37 |
| 1968 | 36 |
| 1969 | 29 |
| 1970 | 30 |
| 1971 | 37 |
| 1972 | 16 |
| 1973 | 14 |
| 1974 | 15 |
| 1975 | 24 |
| 1976 | 19 |
| 1977 | 17 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1980 | 9 |
| 1981 | 10 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1983 | 10 |
| 1984 | 9 |
| 1985 | 8 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1992 | 10 |
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1998 | 9 |
| 1999 | 7 |
| 2002 | 6 |