Donn
Donn is a boy's name of Celtic origin.
Meaning
Brown-haired, dark, or chieftain.
Origin and history
Donn is a masculine name of Irish and Scottish Gaelic origin, meaning brown or dark-haired. It was historically associated with a mythological Gaelic deity of the underworld. In the United States, it enjoyed moderate usage as a standalone name in the mid-20th century but is now uncommon.
Popularity in the United States
6,553 babies in the United States have been named Donn since 1880. It ranks #1500 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1917.
States where it is most popular
- CA (19 %)
- OH (13.6 %)
- IL (9.5 %)
- MI (8 %)
- NY (7.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 145 |
| 1920-1930 | 671 |
| 1930-1940 | 827 |
| 1940-1950 | 1,294 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,822 |
| 1960-1970 | 964 |
| 1970-1980 | 458 |
| 1980-1990 | 207 |
| 1990-2000 | 85 |
| 2000-2010 | 46 |
| 2010-2019 | 24 |
| 2020-2029 | 10 |
Famous people named Donn
- Donn Beach: Entrepreneur, Restaurateur
- Donn F. Eisele: Astronaut, Test Pilot
- Donn Tatum: Business Executive
Fun facts
- In Irish mythology, Donn is considered the ancestor of the Gaels and ruler of the realm of the dead.
- While etymologically distinct in origin, it often serves as an alternative spelling to the diminutive Don.