Holding steady, #6,838 for girls today.
Popularity of Donatella since 1967
Babies named Donatella per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 11 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 18 |
| 2000s | 100 |
| 2010s | 139 |
| 2020s | 104 |
Meaning & origin
Donatella was first recorded in the United States in 1967, but it saw its highest usage in 2020. That peak year likely reflects broader cultural awareness of the name through the fashion designer Donatella Versace. As of 2025, the name ranks 6,838 and remains a relatively rare choice, with only about 1 in every 100,454 new girls receiving it. Its stability in usage suggests a small but consistent following, particularly in New York, the top state for the name. Etymologically, Donatella is an Italian feminine diminutive of Donato, which itself traces to the Latin Donatus, meaning 'given' or 'gifted'. This history gives the name a traditional, religious resonance in Italian-speaking cultures, even as its modern appeal may be more influenced by fashion and celebrity.
Donatella is the feminine diminutive of the Italian name Donato, which derives from the Latin Donatus meaning 'given'. The name has been used in Italy since the Renaissance, often in reference to the Christian concept of a gift from God. It is also famously borne by Donatella Versace, the fashion designer, though the name was in use long before her prominence.
Where Donatella is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Dona, Ella, Doni
Variants: Donata
Sibling names for Donatella
Names that share Donatella's style, for a brother or sister.
