Donna vs Mayla

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

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Mayla

Girl #1,766 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"graceful, beloved"

Origin: Modern American blend

Cultural Roots

American Middle Eastern influenced

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,766
Total SSA Count
114
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
May, Mae

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Donna Rank #1,937
Mayla Rank #1,766

Mayla is more popular, ranked #1766 vs #1937 for Donna.

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

Mayla ___

  • Mayla Rose
  • Mayla Grace
  • Mayla Belle
  • Mayla Jade
  • Mayla Lynn
  • Mayla Anne

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Donna

Linda Sandra Barbara Dennis Larry

If you choose Mayla

Avery Harper Logan Olivia Miles

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Donna or Mayla more popular?

Mayla is more popular, ranked #1766 compared to Donna at #1937 in the United States.

What do Donna and Mayla mean?

Donna means "lady, woman" (Italian origin). Mayla means "graceful, beloved" (Modern American blend origin).

Are Donna and Mayla boy or girl names?

Donna is primarily a girl name. Mayla is primarily a girl name.

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