Donaven Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Donaven has Irish origins, meaning 'dark' or 'brown,' evolving from the Gaelic surname Ó Donnabháin. It signifies a cultural connection to Irish heritage and has gained popularity in recent years. The name carries a modern and unique image, with no biblical relevance.
The name Donaven is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Donaven has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Donaven' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9331st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3675th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2286th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7581st out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Donaven' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Donaven"
Pronunciation
/ˈdɒnəvən/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
The name Donaven is derived from the Gaelic surname Ó Donnabháin, which means 'descendant of Donnabhán.' The name Donnabhán is a diminutive form of the name Donn, which means 'brown' or 'dark.'
Meaning
dark, brown
Language Evolution
Donnabhán, Ó Donnabháin, Donaven
Historical Usage
The name Donaven has gained popularity in recent decades, particularly in Ireland and among Irish diaspora communities, likely due to its unique sound and connection to Irish heritage.
Variants & Derivatives
Donovan, Donavon, Donavon
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Donaven is perceived as a unique and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Donaven McKinnon, a noted athlete., Donaven McGuire, a prominent musician.
📊 Donaven Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 66 peak births in 2002
Geographic Spread
Popular across 8 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Donaven"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Donaven"
"Donaven" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 9331st of 10718 | 10 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3675th of 16616 | 228 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2286th of 24088 | 819 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 7581st of 23106 | 122 |
Regional Popularity of "Donaven" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
45.07% 2847th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
43.45% 1991st/4582 |
76.12% 3931st/5164 |
31.51% 2304th/7313 |
30.67% 2289th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - |
60.40% 3791st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Donaven" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Donaven"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Donaven" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.