Donnisha is of African origin, derived from the Swahili 'Donna' meaning 'to love', and combined with the Arabic 'isha' meaning 'life'. It gained popularity in the United States during the 1980s and 1990s.
"Donnisha peaked in popularity between 1987 and 1994, with over 20 births each year. However, it has since declined significantly, with only 5 births recorded in both 2006 and 2008."