Donatella
Italian · Girl · 4 syllables
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About the name Donatella
The name Donatella means "little given one" or "gift of God," derived from the Latin masculine name Donatus, meaning "given." It is primarily used in Italian culture, often within Roman Catholic contexts, and gained modern prominence through Donatella Versace, the Italian fashion designer.
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Etymology
The name Donatella means "little given one" or "gift of God," derived from the Latin masculine name Donatus, meaning "given." It is primarily used in Italian culture, often within Roman Catholic contexts, and gained modern prominence through Donatella Versace, the Italian fashion designer.
Donatella currently ranks #6,914 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2020.
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