Female and male first names beginning with the letter “D”..
DONIVEN
MaleRare and distinctive name of uncertain origin, possibly derived from Welsh 'Donovan', meaning 'descendant of David', but its true meaning and history remain a mystery.
DONIVIN
MaleLatin-origin name, derived from 'Domitius', meaning "of/belongs to Domitius". It's associated with ancient Roman figures like Emperor Domitian's relatives.
DONIVON
MaleDonivan is an American name combining 'Don' (Scottish, meaning "proud chief") and 'Ivan' (Slavic, meaning "God is gracious").
DONIYA
FemaleUnique African name derived from Swahili's "duniya," meaning "world." It symbolizes global connectedness and inclusivity.
DONIYAH
FemaleUnique and powerful African name of Yoruba origin from Nigeria, meaning 'world' or 'universe', traditionally given to royal princesses.
DONIYOR
MaleUzbek origin, meaning 'the wise one'.
DONJA
FemaleUnisex Serbian name meaning 'lower' or 'downward'.
DONJAE
MaleRare, unique male name of African-American origin, created by author Alice Walker for her 1982 novel "The Color Purple".
DONJANAE
FemaleUnique African American given name with origins in the Latin word "dominus" meaning master, and Hebrew/Greek elements Janae. Its exact meaning and history are undocumented but it's believed to signify power and dominance.
DONJAY
MaleUncommon, unique given name with unknown origin, lacking specific meaning or history in major languages and cultures worldwide.
DONJE
MaleSerbian origin, meaning 'lower', and is a diminutive form of Dunja, which means 'daisy'.
DONJUAN
MaleDonJuan is derived from John, meaning 'God is gracious', but it's known for Don Juan Tenorio, a libertine in Tirso de Molina's play, making it synonymous with womanizer.
DONLAD
MaleDonald is a Scottish masculine given name derived from "Donnchadh," meaning "proud chief" or "dark chief.
DONLD
MaleDonald, of Scottish origin, means 'ruler of brown-haired people' and has been popularized by historical figures like King Donald II and former U.S. President Donald Trump.
DONLEY
MaleDistinctive American given name coined in the mid-19th century, lacking clear origin or meaning but offering robust and unique associations.
DONMINIQUE
MaleDominique is a French-origin unisex name derived from Latin "Dominicus", meaning 'of the Lord'. Popularized by Saint Dominic, it's associated with faith, learning, and charity.
DONMONIQUE
FemaleAfrican-American origin name created by blending Donald and Monica with the suffix "-ique" to denote uniqueness. It's interpreted as "unique gift from God.
DONN
MaleIrish origin, derived from 'don', meaning 'brown', associated with the legendary god of death, Donn.
DONN
FemaleAncient Irish given name of unknown origin, possibly derived from 'donn', meaning 'brown', or linked to the Irish god Donn who ruled over the Otherworld. It signifies strength, courage, and wisdom.
DONNA
FemaleItalian female given name derived from the Italian word for 'lady', carrying a sense of elegance and nobility.
DONNA
MaleItalian origin, derived from Latin 'domina', meaning 'lady'.
DONNABEL
FemaleIrish female given name derived from the surname Ó Donnabháil, meaning "descendant of Donnbhal," which translates to "fair, gentle" or "charming.
DONNABELL
FemaleUncommon Irish name derived from "Dónall," meaning "proud chief," combining "Donal" (proud) and "Belle" (beautiful).
DONNABELLE
FemaleDonnabelle, of Irish origin, means 'descendant of dark beauty', evoking elegance and sophistication.
DONNAE
FemaleUnique American female given name believed to be a combination of 'Donna' (Italian for 'lady') and 'Rae' (Scottish/Irish origin).
DONNAH
FemaleDonna is a rare and elegant Italian female given name meaning "lady" or "woman," tracing back to at least the 19th century, with no notable historical figures or myths associated with it.
DONNAJEAN
FemaleUncommon Irish given name derived from the surname O'Donoghoe, meaning 'descendant of Donnogh,' with 'Donnogh' likely signifying 'brown-haired or dark-haired, peaceful.'
DONNAJO
FemaleItalian given name meaning "little lady," originating from the Campania region and popularized by opera singer Donnajo Moretti.
DONNAL
MaleDonald is a Scottish name of Gaelic origin, derived from Domhnall, translating to "proud chief" or "world mighty," historically associated with power and leadership.
DONNALD
MaleDonald is a Scottish name meaning 'brown-haired warrior.'
DONNALEE
FemaleModern American name created by combining Donna ('lady') and Lee ('from the clearing' or 'descendant of the scholar').
DONNALOU
FemaleItalian origin, translating to 'lady' with an affectionate touch.
DONNALYN
FemaleDistinctive American female given name created by combining the Italian 'Donna' meaning woman/lady and the English word 'lynx', possibly symbolizing agility and independence.
DONNALYNN
FemaleElegant Irish name composed of 'Donn', meaning 'strong' or 'brown-haired', and 'Lynn', derived from the Welsh name Llewyn, signifying 'leader'.
DONNAMAE
FemaleAmerican origin name created as a blend of 'Donna' meaning lady/woman and 'Mae' associated with May or bitter in Hawaiian.
DONNAMARIA
FemaleItalian name derived from 'Maria', meaning 'sea', with the prefix 'donn' translating to 'our lady'. It signifies 'Our Lady of the Sea'.
DONNAMARIE
FemaleItalian female given name derived from the combination of Donna ('lady') and Maria (Latin form of Miryiam).
DONNARAE
FemaleUncommon Irish given name derived from Gaelic words "donn" (brown) and "rae" (spear), translating to "brown spear".
DONNAS
FemaleDonna is an Italian female given name derived from 'domina', meaning 'lady', and often associated with elegance.
DONNASIA
FemaleDonussia is an elegant and unique given name of Italian origin, derived from "donnare" meaning "to give," combined with the suffix -sia, conveying generosity and abundance.