Donato Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationdoh-NAH-toh / /doˈna.to/Italian; Latin
Meaning
Italian: 'given' or 'gift'; Latin: 'donatus' meaning 'given'
Historical & Cultural Background
Donato is a name of Italian origin, commonly associated with the Latin word 'donatus', which means 'given'. It has historical significance in Italy, particularly in the context of saints and religious figures. The name is often linked to the celebration of St. Donatus, a 4th-century martyr. It has been used in various Italian regions and has cultural ties to the arts and literature.
Trend Summary
The name Donato has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable presence in Italian-American communities.
Similar Names
Variants
- Don
- Dino
International Variants
- Donato (Italian)
- Donat (French)
- Donato (Spanish)
Famous people named Donato
Donato Bramante was an Italian architect known for his work during the High Renaissance, particularly in Rome.
Donato di Niccolò di Betto Bardi, commonly known as Donatello, was a renowned Italian sculptor of the Renaissance.
Donato Giancola is an American artist recognized for his fantasy and science fiction illustrations.
Donato Poveda is a Venezuelan professional footballer who has played for various clubs in his career.
Fictional characters named Donato
Donato is a character in the video game series 'Assassin's Creed', known for his role in the historical narrative.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Donato was first seen in the United States in 1890. Donato has ranked as high as #844 nationally, which occurred in 1926, and has been most popular in New York, Texas, California, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey. In the past 5 years the name Donato has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Donato (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1890 | 5 |
| 1899 | 5 |
| 1900 | 5 |
| 1908 | 6 |
| 1910 | 6 |
| 1911 | 5 |
| 1912 | 21 |
| 1913 | 26 |
| 1914 | 28 |
| 1915 | 30 |
| 1916 | 19 |
| 1917 | 27 |
| 1918 | 37 |
| 1919 | 42 |
| 1920 | 29 |
| 1921 | 40 |
| 1922 | 36 |
| 1923 | 47 |
| 1924 | 46 |
| 1925 | 41 |
| 1926 | 54 |
| 1927 | 50 |
| 1928 | 29 |
| 1929 | 31 |
| 1930 | 28 |
| 1931 | 31 |
| 1932 | 23 |
| 1933 | 24 |
| 1934 | 28 |
| 1935 | 22 |
| 1936 | 17 |
| 1937 | 24 |
| 1938 | 22 |
| 1939 | 17 |
| 1940 | 15 |
| 1941 | 20 |
| 1942 | 23 |
| 1943 | 32 |
| 1944 | 27 |
| 1945 | 14 |
| 1946 | 15 |
| 1947 | 18 |
| 1948 | 23 |
| 1949 | 30 |
| 1950 | 23 |
| 1951 | 23 |
| 1952 | 20 |
| 1953 | 26 |
| 1954 | 25 |
| 1955 | 29 |
| 1956 | 23 |
| 1957 | 26 |
| 1958 | 27 |
| 1959 | 30 |
| 1960 | 39 |
| 1961 | 22 |
| 1962 | 34 |
| 1963 | 29 |
| 1964 | 29 |
| 1965 | 21 |
| 1966 | 26 |
| 1967 | 28 |
| 1968 | 27 |
| 1969 | 22 |
| 1970 | 26 |
| 1971 | 31 |
| 1972 | 27 |
| 1973 | 18 |
| 1974 | 36 |
| 1975 | 23 |
| 1976 | 21 |
| 1977 | 23 |
| 1978 | 23 |
| 1979 | 23 |
| 1980 | 19 |
| 1981 | 27 |
| 1982 | 26 |
| 1983 | 32 |
| 1984 | 28 |
| 1985 | 22 |
| 1986 | 17 |
| 1987 | 36 |
| 1988 | 23 |
| 1989 | 25 |
| 1990 | 27 |
| 1991 | 31 |
| 1992 | 24 |
| 1993 | 26 |
| 1994 | 26 |
| 1995 | 25 |
| 1996 | 31 |
| 1997 | 23 |
| 1998 | 31 |
| 1999 | 20 |
| 2000 | 33 |
| 2001 | 28 |
| 2002 | 34 |
| 2003 | 33 |
| 2004 | 26 |
| 2005 | 40 |
| 2006 | 32 |
| 2007 | 28 |
| 2008 | 37 |
| 2009 | 31 |
| 2010 | 31 |
| 2011 | 20 |
| 2012 | 26 |
| 2013 | 23 |
| 2014 | 26 |
| 2015 | 28 |
| 2016 | 31 |
| 2017 | 17 |
| 2018 | 30 |
| 2019 | 24 |
| 2020 | 27 |
| 2021 | 26 |
| 2022 | 27 |
| 2023 | 21 |
| 2024 | 16 |