NAME PROFILE

Donnis

Derived from the Greek word 'christos' meaning 'anointed' or 'follower of Christ.' It represents a person with a bright, purposeful spirit and a natural ability to lead with compassion and grace.

Key Stats

Total births1,512
GenderFemale (1% / 99%)
Peak year1952
Peak generationBoomer
First recorded1933
Most recent1972
Syllables2
OriginGreek, English, Latin
Comeback nameNo

Popularity Trend (1910–2025)

19102025

Name Traits & Attributes

✨ Double Letter

Top States

MS — 39%TX — 22%AL — 17%NC — 17%OK — 6%

Notable People

Kriston Capps (Staff Writer and Critic at Bloomberg CityLab) · Kriston Pumphrey (Actor and American Sign Language Performer) · Kriston Lewis (Professional Soccer Player) · Kriston Moore (Notable Track and Field Athlete) · Kriston Brooks (Contemporary Music Producer)

Nicknames & Diminutives

KrisKristyKrissy

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