Donelle
Donelle is a girl baby name. Ranked #23,702 in the US, popular nicknames include Don, Doy, and Donie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Donelle first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 1,065 babies have been named Donelle in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Donelle is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #23,702 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #23,702
- Total SSA Count
- 7
Nicknames
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, quick 1-1 syllable combo
Sibling Match
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Also a Boy Name
Donelle is also used as a boy name, ranked #13563.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Donelle
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About the Name Donelle
Donelle is a girl name .
Is Donelle a boy or girl name? Donelle is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #23,702 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #13,563. Donelle is more commonly used as a boy name.
Donelle is currently ranked #23,702 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Donelle include Don, Doy, Donie, and Doneie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis