Donette Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Donette is a name of Latin origin meaning 'gifted' or 'given'. It evolved from the Latin name Donatus to its current form. The name is associated with positive traits such as being a gift from God. It does not have a biblical background and gained popularity in the late 20th century. Variants include Don and Donnie, among others.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Donette"
Pronunciation
/dəˈnɛt/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Donette is derived from the Latin name 'Donatus', which means 'given' or 'gifted'. It is often associated with the meaning of being a gift from God.
Meaning
gifted, given
Language Evolution
Donatus, Donet, Donette
Historical Usage
The name Donette gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a feminine form of Don, which has been used since the Middle Ages.
Variants & Derivatives
Don, Donnie, Donetta
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Donette is perceived as a unique and modern name, often associated with warmth and kindness.
Famous People
Donette Dyer, Donette Smith
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 53 peak births in 1962
Geographic Spread
Popular across 7 US states, with strongest presence in Michigan
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 "Donette"
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 "Donette"
"Donette" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 4485th of 9204 | 72 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2001st of 12526 | 568 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2803rd of 19264 | 415 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 15632nd of 27321 | 36 |
Regional Popularity of "Donette" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Donette" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
89.99% 2004th/2227 |
- |
84.16% 2401st/2853 |
75.53% 2096th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
82.43% 2421st/2937 |
100.00% 3483rd/3483 |
- |
100.00% 4044th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Donette"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Donette" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Donette" in the United States
The name Donette is most popular in Michigan, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Baby Boomers generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Donette has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Donette' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4485th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2001st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2803rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 15632nd out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Donette' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.