Donnell Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationDAWN-el / /ˈdɒn.əl/Irish; Scottish
Meaning
Irish: world mighty; Scottish: ruler
Historical & Cultural Background
Donnell is derived from the Gaelic name 'Domhnall', which means 'world ruler'. It has been used in various forms across Ireland and Scotland. The name has historical significance, often associated with Irish kings and nobility. It remains a popular name in both regions and has variations in other cultures.
Trend Summary
Donnell has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable presence in the 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Donal
- Donnelly
International Variants
- Donal (Irish)
- Donnel (Irish)
- Donaldo (Spanish)
Famous people named Donnell
Donnell Rawlings is an American comedian and actor known for his work on 'Chappelle's Show'.
Donnell Jones is an American singer-songwriter recognized for his contributions to R&B music.
Donnell McIntosh is a notable American football player who played in the NFL.
Donnell Leahy is a Canadian fiddler and member of the Leahy family musical group.
Fictional characters named Donnell
Donnell is a character in the video game 'Fire Emblem: Three Houses', known for his role as a skilled warrior.
Donnell is a character in the book series 'The Chronicles of Narnia', depicted as a brave knight.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Donnell was first seen in the United States in 1912. Donnell has ranked as high as #862 nationally, which occurred in 1982, and has been most popular in New York, Illinois, California, Maryland, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Donnell has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Donnell (2020)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
IL | 7 | |
CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1912 | 7 |
1913 | 10 |
1914 | 11 |
1915 | 15 |
1916 | 7 |
1917 | 22 |
1918 | 15 |
1919 | 15 |
1920 | 15 |
1921 | 27 |
1922 | 17 |
1923 | 23 |
1924 | 22 |
1925 | 22 |
1926 | 32 |
1927 | 24 |
1928 | 32 |
1929 | 30 |
1930 | 41 |
1931 | 36 |
1932 | 36 |
1933 | 23 |
1934 | 39 |
1935 | 38 |
1936 | 40 |
1937 | 37 |
1938 | 34 |
1939 | 36 |
1940 | 42 |
1941 | 56 |
1942 | 55 |
1943 | 41 |
1944 | 50 |
1945 | 50 |
1946 | 62 |
1947 | 76 |
1948 | 85 |
1949 | 90 |
1950 | 143 |
1951 | 134 |
1952 | 150 |
1953 | 162 |
1954 | 150 |
1955 | 171 |
1956 | 205 |
1957 | 195 |
1958 | 217 |
1959 | 209 |
1960 | 225 |
1961 | 205 |
1962 | 263 |
1963 | 214 |
1964 | 241 |
1965 | 213 |
1966 | 219 |
1967 | 244 |
1968 | 248 |
1969 | 254 |
1970 | 271 |
1971 | 268 |
1972 | 238 |
1973 | 256 |
1974 | 265 |
1975 | 269 |
1976 | 254 |
1977 | 227 |
1978 | 205 |
1979 | 249 |
1980 | 271 |
1981 | 260 |
1982 | 290 |
1983 | 218 |
1984 | 259 |
1985 | 217 |
1986 | 206 |
1987 | 220 |
1988 | 239 |
1989 | 249 |
1990 | 239 |
1991 | 207 |
1992 | 203 |
1993 | 195 |
1994 | 197 |
1995 | 171 |
1996 | 165 |
1997 | 159 |
1998 | 131 |
1999 | 135 |
2000 | 149 |
2001 | 155 |
2002 | 123 |
2003 | 107 |
2004 | 134 |
2005 | 110 |
2006 | 139 |
2007 | 135 |
2008 | 125 |
2009 | 79 |
2010 | 105 |
2011 | 75 |
2012 | 88 |
2013 | 82 |
2014 | 89 |
2015 | 78 |
2016 | 75 |
2017 | 51 |
2018 | 60 |
2019 | 34 |
2020 | 46 |
2021 | 29 |
2022 | 32 |
2023 | 23 |
2024 | 22 |