Donnovan is an unusual yet appealing given name of Latin origin, derived from the surname Donovan which means 'descendant of Domhnall'. The name gained prominence during the 20th century and has since been used consistently albeit sparingly, making it distinctive without being overly common.
The name Donnovan experienced varying popularity over the years, with a notable spike in usage from 2002 to 2007, peaking at 37 births in 2007. However, it has since declined, with only 6 births recorded in 2019.