Donyale
boy nameDonyale entered the US charts in 1968, peaked at #3282 in 1970, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1968–2025
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rank today
#3282
peak (1970)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #4270 |
| 1970s | #4011 |
| 1980s | #4725 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Donyale are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Donyale alive today was born around 1976, making them about 49 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Donyale in 2025?
- Donyale is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Donyale most popular?
- Donyale peaked in 1970, reaching #3282 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Donyale with classmates?
- Donyale will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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