Donah
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Donah first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 13 babies have been named Donah in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Donah is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #36,845 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #36,845
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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Welsh origin
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"pet form of Robert or Roberta"
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About the Name Donah
Donah is a girl name .
Donah is currently ranked #36,845 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Donah include Don, Doy, Doie, and Donkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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