Ward vs Donavan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ward

Boy #3,309 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"guardian, watchman"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #3,223 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"dark warrior, little dark chieftain"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Ward Rank #3,309

Donavan Rank #3,223

Donavan is more popular, ranked #3223 vs #3309 for Ward.

Is Ward or Donavan more popular?

Donavan is more popular, ranked #3223 compared to Ward at #3309 in the United States.

What do Ward and Donavan mean?

Ward means "guardian, watchman" (Old English origin). Donavan means "dark warrior, little dark chieftain" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Ward and Donavan boy or girl names?

Ward is primarily a boy name. Donavan is primarily a boy name.