Holding steady.
Popularity of Doni since 1946
Babies named Doni per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1957, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Doni's real moment was 1971.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1940s | 22 | 0 |
| 1950s | 152 | 0 |
| 1960s | 191 | 58 |
| 1970s | 166 | 52 |
| 1980s | 107 | 12 |
| 1990s | 29 | 5 |
| 2000s | 6 | 7 |
| 2010s | 6 | 5 |
| 2020s | 0 | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Doni is a rare unisex name first recorded in the United States in 1946. Its peak year of usage was 1971, but it has never reached the top 1000 in the Social Security Administration rankings, reflecting its status as an uncommon choice. The trajectory of Doni has remained stable over the decades, with occasional but sparse use. Lacking a widely accepted etymology, it is likely a modern English invention, possibly a short form of Don, Donna, or Donald. Some have proposed a Welsh origin meaning 'gift,' but this is speculative. The name has not been strongly associated with any particular U.S. state based on available birth data. Parents drawn to Doni may appreciate its simplicity and gender-neutral quality, as well as its resemblance to more familiar names like Donnie. Overall, Doni offers a distinctive but uncomplicated option for families seeking a name outside the mainstream.
Doni is most likely a modern English coinage, often used as a nickname or variant of names like Don, Donna, or Donald. It may also be influenced by the Italian word 'doni' meaning 'gifts'. Although a Welsh origin linking to 'doni' ('gift') has been suggested, this is not well-attested. The name saw modest use in the United States starting in the mid-20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Doni
Names that share Doni's style, for a brother or sister.
