Donnis Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationDAWN-iss / /ˈdɒnɪs/English; Irish
Meaning
English: dark; Irish: descendant of Donn
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Donnis is derived from the English name Don, which is often associated with dark or brown-haired individuals. In Irish culture, it can be linked to the name Donn, meaning 'brown' or 'dark.' The name has seen variations in spelling and usage across different regions. It is relatively uncommon and may appeal to those looking for unique names with traditional roots.
Trend Summary
The name Donnis is not widely popular in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Donnis
- Don
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Donnis was first seen in the United States in 1920. Donnis has ranked as high as #1003 nationally, which occurred in 1953, and has been most popular in Texas, and Alabama. In the past 5 years the name Donnis has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Donnis (1948)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| AL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1920 | 5 |
| 1927 | 7 |
| 1928 | 5 |
| 1930 | 6 |
| 1931 | 8 |
| 1932 | 8 |
| 1933 | 6 |
| 1934 | 6 |
| 1935 | 8 |
| 1936 | 11 |
| 1938 | 9 |
| 1939 | 9 |
| 1940 | 13 |
| 1941 | 12 |
| 1942 | 9 |
| 1943 | 9 |
| 1944 | 12 |
| 1945 | 7 |
| 1946 | 8 |
| 1947 | 12 |
| 1948 | 17 |
| 1949 | 10 |
| 1950 | 13 |
| 1951 | 13 |
| 1952 | 19 |
| 1953 | 22 |
| 1954 | 12 |
| 1955 | 9 |
| 1956 | 9 |
| 1957 | 7 |
| 1958 | 9 |
| 1959 | 14 |
| 1960 | 11 |
| 1961 | 6 |
| 1966 | 8 |
| 1967 | 7 |
| 1969 | 6 |
| 1970 | 8 |
| 1971 | 11 |
| 1972 | 10 |
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1975 | 11 |
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2023 | 5 |