NAME PROFILE
Andrews
Derived from the Gaelic name Donndubhán, meaning 'dark brown' or 'dark-haired chieftain.' Donnovan suggests a natural leader with a grounded and dependable personality who possesses a quiet, steady strength and a charismatic presence.
Key Stats
| Total births | 576 |
| Gender | Male (6% / 94%) |
| Peak year | 1989 |
| Peak generation | Millennial |
| First recorded | 1984 |
| Most recent | 2008 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
NY — 86%CA — 14%AK — 0%PA — 0%ND — 0%
Notable People
Donovan Mitchell (Professional NBA Player) · Donovan Phillips Leitch (Singer-songwriter of 'Mellow Yellow') · Donovan McNabb (NFL Quarterback) · Donovan Bailey (Olympic Gold Medal Sprinter) · Donovan Patton (Actor and Host of Blue's Clues)
Nicknames & Diminutives
DonDonnyVan
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