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Donavon
Pronounced DON-uh-von /ˈdɒn.ə.vɒn/High
Meaning: A spelling of Donovan — from the Irish surname O Donndubhain, 'a dark/brown-haired chieftain' (donn, 'brown/dark', + dubh, 'dark')Low
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Donavon is a spelling of Donovan — from the Irish surname O Donndubhain, 'a dark/brown-haired chieftain' (donn, 'brown/dark', + dubh, 'dark'). A lyrical, classic name (said 'DON-uh-von'; nickname Don).
In the U.S. it appears as a spelling of Donovan. Rare in this form, a-dark-haired-chieftain at the root, and classic.
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What does the name Donavon mean?
Donavon spells Donovan — Irish 'a dark/brown-haired chieftain'.
How do you pronounce Donavon?
It's said DON-uh-von /ˈdɒn.ə.vɒn/ — three syllables, stress on the first.
Is Donavon a boy or girl name?
Donavon is a boy's name.
How popular is Donavon?
Donavon is a rare spelling in the U.S.