Donnelle
Donnelle is a girl baby name. Ranked #23,416 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
Donnelle first appeared in US Social Security records in 1954.
Over 299 babies have been named Donnelle in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Donnelle is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #23,416 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #23,416
- Total SSA Count
- 7
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
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Timeless choice, quick 1-1 syllable combo
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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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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Timeless choice, quick 1-1 syllable combo
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Timeless choice, quick 1-1 syllable combo
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Also a Boy Name
Donnelle is also used as a boy name, ranked #20974.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Donnelle
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About the Name Donnelle
Donnelle is a girl name .
Is Donnelle a boy or girl name? Donnelle is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #23,416 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #20,974. Donnelle is more commonly used as a boy name.
Donnelle is currently ranked #23,416 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Donnelle include Don, Doy, Donie, and Donnie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Donnelle include Donna . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis