Holding steady, #8,910 for boys today.
Popularity of Donaldo since 1959
Babies named Donaldo per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 5 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 11 |
| 1980s | 23 |
| 1990s | 106 |
| 2000s | 117 |
| 2010s | 51 |
| 2020s | 34 |
Meaning & origin
Donaldo is a rare Spanish and Italian variant of the classic Scottish name Donald. First recorded in the United States in 1959, it saw its peak usage in 1994, though it has never broken into widespread popularity. In 2025, the name ranked 8910th with approximately 1 in 213,510 newborn boys receiving it. Its trajectory has remained stable over the decades, and it has not been recorded as a top state name in any region. While Donald became a household name through historical and political figures, Donaldo retains a distinct multicultural flair, often chosen by families with Hispanic or Italian heritage who wish to honor tradition while embracing a unique spelling.
Donaldo is a Spanish and Italian variant of Donald, which derives from the Scottish Gaelic name Domhnall, composed of the elements 'dubno' (world) and 'val' (rule). The name entered Spanish and Italian usage through immigration and cultural exchange.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Don, Doni, Danny
Sibling names for Donaldo
Names that share Donaldo's style, for a brother or sister.
