Donnelly
Pronunciation: [ d-AHN-uhl-ee ]
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Donnelly first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 15 babies have been named Donnelly in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Donnelly is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #32,067 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #32,067
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Donnelly
Donnelly is a boy name .
Donnelly is currently ranked #32,067 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Donnelly include Don, Donn, Donny, Donnie, Donne, Donney, Donneie, Lly, Llyie, Doy, Doie, and Donkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Donnelly include Donnie, Donny, Donnell . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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