Davonna

“Derived from a combination of the name 'Dawn' and 'Donna', meaning 'the morning' and 'lady' respectively.”

American origin · originated in the United States during the late 20th century

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#15881US 2022

5Births / yr

↓Falling

961All-time births

📅 Since 194700

How to pronounce Davonna

DAH·VAW·NNAH

/ˈdɑ.ˈvɔ.ˈnnɑ/ · stress on DAH · 4 syllables

“Derived from a combination of the name 'Dawn' and 'Donna', meaning 'the morning' and 'lady' respectively.”

American origin · Girl name

What does Davonna mean and where does it come from?

Davonna is a modern name that appears to have originated in the United States during the late 20th century. It is often used as a feminine variation of the name 'Dawn' combined with the Italian word 'Donna' which means lady or woman. The name is not widely common and is often considered unique.

Cultural significance

Davonna has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of derived from a combination of the name 'dawn' and 'donna', meaning 'the morning' and 'lady' respectively..

Peak popularity

Reached #2394 in 1993 — currently #15881 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Davonna?

Davonna works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Davonna Grace

How popular is Davonna right now?

Falling — down 1977 spots — currently #15881 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1950–2022#15881 · Top 12%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2022	#15881	5	▼ down 1977 · -17% births
2021	#13904	6	▼ down 345
2020	#13559	6	▲ up 3164 · +20% births
2015	#16723	5	▼ down 9150 · -69% births
2010	#7573	16	▼ down 1729 · -24% births
2005	#5844	21	▼ down 1737 · -30% births
2000	#4107	30	▼ down 665 · -6% births
1995	#3442	32	▲ up 211 · +10% births
1990	#3653	29	▲ up 542 · +53% births
1985	#4195	19	▲ up 5225 · +217% births
1980	#9420	6	▼ down 3712 · -40% births
1975	#5708	10	▼ down 483
1970	#5225	10	▲ up 1787 · +100% births
1965	#7012	5	▼ down 1505 · -29% births
1960	#5507	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Davonna

Best Year1995Rank #3442

Peak Count32

Average Rank#7980

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1950 - 202216 years

The story of Davonna

Davonna entered American naming records in 1947 and has been in use for over 77 years. With 961 total births recorded, Davonna remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #5931 in 1950, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #15881 in 2022.

Names that peaked alongside Davonna in 1993:

Jessica Ashley Sarah Samantha Emily

Davonna by decade

Davonna peaked in the 1990s. See all 1990s names →

Decade	Births
1940s	5
1950s	10
1960s	73
1970s	109
1980s	156
1990s ★	324
2000s	182
2010s	96
2020s	6

💎Davonna has only 961 total recorded births since 1947 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Davonna?

Common

DavDavieDavyOnna

What names sound and feel like Davonna?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Davonna also consider these

American · derived from the

American · A variant of

Savonna

American · from the city

Common questions about the name Davonna

What does the name Davonna mean?

Davonna means "Derived from a combination of the name 'Dawn' and 'Donna', meaning 'the morning' and 'lady' respectively." — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Davonna?

Davonna is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Davonna?

Davonna originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Davonna?

Davonna is a four-syllable name pronounced D AA1 V AO1 N N AA1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Davonna?

Davonna pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.