Donnella
don-NEL-uh
Donnella is a girl’s name of Irish origin, meaning “Donnella is a name of Irish origin, a variant of Donella. Donella is derived from the Celtic elements 'domno' meaning 'world' and 'dubno' meaning 'dark' or 'brown'.”, and peaked in popularity in 1970.
What Donnella Means
“Donnella is a name of Irish origin, a variant of Donella. Donella is derived from the Celtic elements 'domno' meaning 'world' and 'dubno' meaning 'dark' or 'brown'.”
The Story of Donnella
This name holds echoes of the ancient Celts, speaking of a world both dark and profound, grounded in earthy strength.
Donnella is of Irish origin, a variant of a name derived from Celtic elements 'domno' and 'dubno,' meaning 'world' and 'dark' or 'brown.' It was most prominent in the mid-20th century.
You imagine your daughter as sensitive and loyal, a creative soul deeply connected to the world around her. Donnella suits a child with a grounded nature and a rich inner life.
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Personality Traits
Peak Year
#18 in 1970
Total Births
344
First Recorded
1928
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