Donavin Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Donavin is an Irish name meaning 'little brown one,' derived from the historical form Donnabhán. It evolved through variations like Donovan and has gained popularity in recent decades. The name is seen as modern and unique, with no direct biblical relevance.
The name Donavin is most popular in Michigan, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest 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, Donavin 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, 'Donavin' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7201st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4508th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2642nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1460th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3990th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Donavin' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Donavin"
Pronunciation
/dəˈneɪvɪn/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
Donavin is derived from the Irish name 'Donnabhán,' which means 'little brown one.' The name combines the elements 'donn,' meaning brown, and 'ban,' meaning little or small.
Meaning
little brown one
Language Evolution
Donnabhán, Donovan, Donavin
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a variant of the more common name Donovan.
Variants & Derivatives
Donovan, Donnie, Donn
Modern Popularity & Image
Donavin is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Donavin D. Moore - American author, Donavin K. Houghton - American musician
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Donavin"
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 "Donavin"
"Donavin" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 7201st of 7552 | 6 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4508th of 10718 | 84 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2642nd of 16616 | 372 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1460th of 24088 | 1,556 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3990th of 23106 | 317 |
Regional Popularity of "Donavin" 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) |
51.02% 1880th/3685 |
63.49% 2841st/4475 |
- |
38.58% 2437th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
25.43% 1165th/4582 |
32.38% 1672nd/5164 |
24.71% 1807th/7313 |
21.37% 1595th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
83.98% 3768th/4487 |
74.46% 5080th/6822 |
55.83% 3504th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Donavin" 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 "Donavin"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Donavin" 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.