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GirlPronounced American English /ˈdɑn.ə/; British English /ˈdɒn.ə/Dutch language family

Donna

A name meaning "lady".

Quick answer

Donna is a girl name meaning "lady".

Pronunciation: American English /ˈdɑn.ə/; British English /ˈdɒn.ə/.

GenderGirl
Meaninglady
PronunciationAmerican English /ˈdɑn.ə/; British English /ˈdɒn.ə/
Language familyDutch

Meaning and history

From Italian donna meaning "lady". It is also used as a feminine form of Donald or Don. It grew in popularity starting around the 1920s, reaching a peak in the American rankings in 1959. The musician Ritchie Valens released a song by this name in 1958.

Notes and context

Usage: english