Donnella
Donnella is a girl baby name. Ranked #23,635 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
Donnella first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 296 babies have been named Donnella in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Donnella is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #23,635 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #23,635
- Total SSA Count
- 7
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About the Name Donnella
Donnella is a girl name .
Donnella is currently ranked #23,635 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Donnella include Don, Doy, Donie, and Donnie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Donnella 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