Donna vs Kaci

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Donna

Girl #1,937 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lady, woman"

Origin: Italian

Cultural Roots

Italian American Irish English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,937
Total SSA Count
102
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Don, Donnie

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Kaci

Girl #2,070 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"alert, watchful in battle"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

American Irish English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,070
Total SSA Count
93
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Kace

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Donna Rank #1,937
Kaci Rank #2,070

Donna is more popular, ranked #1937 vs #2070 for Kaci.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Donna ___

  • Donna Marie
  • Donna Jean
  • Donna Lynn
  • Donna Lee
  • Donna Jo
  • Donna Kay

Kaci ___

  • Kaci Lynn
  • Kaci Marie
  • Kaci Ann
  • Kaci Grace
  • Kaci Nicole
  • Kaci Lee

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Donna

Linda Sandra Barbara Dennis Larry

If you choose Kaci

Brady Tatum Riley Dylan Morgan

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Donna or Kaci more popular?

Donna is more popular, ranked #1937 compared to Kaci at #2070 in the United States.

What do Donna and Kaci mean?

Donna means "lady, woman" (Italian origin). Kaci means "alert, watchful in battle" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Donna and Kaci boy or girl names?

Donna is primarily a girl name. Kaci is primarily a girl name.

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