MallowbyNames

Idonna

eye-DON-uh · possibly modern coinage, of uncertain meaning

Peak popularity
1928
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Idonna since 1916

Babies named Idonna per year in U.S. Social Security records.

4913192019602000Most births 1928Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1910s5
1920s51
1930s50
1940s0
1950s0
1960s0
1970s0
1980s5
1990s0
2000s0
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Idonna is a rare feminine name that first appeared in U.S. Social Security records in 1916, likely a creative spelling or blend from the early 20th century. Its peak year was 1928, reflecting the modest taste for compound or invented names during that era. Since then, the name has maintained a stable but extremely low usage pattern, with no recorded births in the latest year of data. The name never ranked among the top 1,000 and has no strong regional association, appearing sporadically across states. Its etymology is uncertain, though the 'donna' element may evoke Italian influence. Idonna remains a distinctive choice for parents seeking a name with vintage flair and a unique sound.

Idonna may have been coined in the early 20th century by combining the popular suffix 'donna' (Italian for 'lady') with the initial 'I', possibly influenced by names like Ida or Iona. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1916 and saw modest use in the 1920s, peaking in 1928. Its usage has since been very rare, and it has no clear etymological root.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Ida, Donna, Idi

Sibling names for Idonna

Names that share Idonna's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Iona, Edna, Leona, Thelma, Verna

Brothers: Irvin, Elmer, Claude, Orville, Floyd

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Idonna mean?
Idonna is likely a modern coinage of uncertain meaning; it may combine the popular suffix 'donna' with the initial 'I' from names like Ida or Iona.
How popular is the name Idonna?
Idonna is extremely rare, with no current rank. Its peak usage occurred in 1928, and it has not appeared in recent years.
Is Idonna a boy or girl name?
Idonna is almost exclusively used as a girl's name.