Donnie
Donnie is a girl's name of Celtic origin.
Meaning
World ruler or ruler of the world.
Origin and history
Donnie originated as a diminutive of Donald, stemming from the Gaelic name Domhnall. While historically more common for males, it has also seen usage as a feminine given name, often as a standalone name or short form of Donalda. In the United States, feminine usage peaked mid-20th century and is now quite rare.
Popularity in the United States
7,132 babies in the United States have been named Donnie since 1880. It ranks #1997 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2095.
States where it is most popular
- TX (18.6 %)
- NC (17.7 %)
- GA (11.3 %)
- AL (10.7 %)
- MS (9.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 179 |
| 1890-1900 | 309 |
| 1900-1910 | 385 |
| 1910-1920 | 726 |
| 1920-1930 | 1,003 |
| 1930-1940 | 1,213 |
| 1940-1950 | 1,305 |
| 1950-1960 | 960 |
| 1960-1970 | 540 |
| 1970-1980 | 273 |
| 1980-1990 | 122 |
| 1990-2000 | 76 |
| 2000-2010 | 20 |
| 2010-2019 | 15 |
| 2020-2029 | 6 |
Fun facts
- Although initially a pet form of Donald or Donalda, Donnie developed a long history of independent registration on U.S. birth certificates.
- It ultimately derives from the Proto-Celtic elements meaning 'world' and 'ruler' or 'mighty'.