Donella
doh-NEL-ah
Letters
7
Syllables
3
Origin
Scottish
Total Births
1,818
Peak Year
#51 in 1952
First Recorded
1910
Style
Vintage, Strong & Bold
Spelling
Moderate spelling
What It Means
Likely a feminine form of Donald, a Scottish name derived from the Gaelic name Domhnall, meaning 'world ruler' or 'proud chief'.
Numerology
The Builder
Stable, disciplined, and hardworking. Names at 4 convey groundedness and reliability.
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