Donovan: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A dark name meaning dark chieftain, strong and commanding.
- Origin
- Irish
- Syllables
- 3
- Current rank
- #374
- Peak
- #176 in 2003
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Donovan Means
Donovan is a boy name of Irish origin. A dark name meaning dark chieftain, strong and commanding.
How Popular Donovan Is
Donovan currently ranks #374 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #176 in 2003. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Donovan
- Donovan peaked at #176 in the U.S. in 2003.
- Donovan is a name with Celtic Irish roots.
Names Like Donovan
Other Irish names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Donovan
Irish names that pair well as a brother or sister to Donovan.
Questions About Donovan
What does Donovan mean?
Donovan is a boy name of Irish origin. A dark name meaning dark chieftain, strong and commanding.
How popular is Donovan?
Donovan currently ranks #374 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #176 in 2003. It has held steady.
Where does Donovan come from?
Donovan comes from Irish roots. Donovan peaked at #176 in the U.S. in 2003.
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