Donnise is a unique and captivating female given name of Irish origin. It is derived from the Irish surname 'Ó Donnchadha', which means 'descendant of Donnchadh'. Donnchadh, in turn, is a compound of 'donn', meaning 'brown-haired or dark', and 'chadh', signifying 'war'. The name has a strong historical background, associated with the O'Donoghue clan who were prominent in Ireland during the Middle Ages. While not extensively used today, Donnise maintains an air of sophistication and rarity, making it a distinctive choice for parents seeking an uncommon yet meaningful name.
The name Donnise experienced a spike in popularity between the years of 1970 to 1989, with the most notable peaks occurring in 1970 and 1989, each having 7 and 6 births respectively.