Donnamae is an intriguing, yet lesser-known given name of African origin, derived from the Yoruba tribe's naming tradition. In the Yoruba culture, names often hold significant meanings and reflect the circumstances surrounding a child's birth or their parents' desires for them. The name Donnamae, however, does not adhere to this pattern, as its meaning remains uncertain outside of African communities.
The name Donnamae experienced its peak popularity between 1924 and 1933, with the highest number of births occurring in 1932 (17 births). After that period, the number of babies named Donnamae began to decline, with only a few years experiencing more than 10 births until it reached its lowest point between 1950 and 1951 with just 5 births each year. There was another slight resurgence in the late 1960s with 6 births in 1960 and 5 births in 1962, but overall, the name's popularity has remained relatively low since the early 1940s.