Donna
boy nameDonna entered the US charts in 1924, peaked at #862 in 1960, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1924–2025
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rank today
#862
peak (1960)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #2847 |
| 1930s | #1203 |
| 1940s | #974 |
| 1950s | #1070 |
| 1960s | #1024 |
| 1970s | #2344 |
| 1980s | #5047 |
| 1990s | #6731 |
Living bearers
About 1,400 people named Donna are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Donna alive today was born around 1956, making them about 69 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Donna in 2025?
- Donna is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Donna most popular?
- Donna peaked in 1960, reaching #862 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Donna with classmates?
- Donna will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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