| Meaning | brown-haired ruler |
| Origin | Gaelic, Scottish |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 6 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Don-nie |
Donnie is a charming and endearing baby boy name with Scottish and Gaelic origins. As a diminutive of the name Donald, Donnie holds the heartfelt meaning of "world ruler" or "ruler of the world." Choosing Donnie as a name for your baby boy imparts a sense of strength and leadership right from the start.
The name Donnie has a friendly and approachable quality, making it a perfect choice for parents seeking a name that exudes warmth and positivity. Its versatility is further enhanced by a range of variations such as Donald, Don, Donny, and more, giving parents the flexibility to select the best form that resonates with them.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Donnie, including famous martial artist and actor Donnie Yen, and talented singer and actor Donnie Wahlberg. Donnie has also found its place in fictional worlds, gracing characters like Donnie Darko and Donnie Thornberry.
Donnie is a delightful name with a rich heritage, making it an excellent choice for parents who desire a name that represents strength, kindness, and a sense of adventure for their beloved baby boy.
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| Donnie Yen | Chinese martial artist and actor |
| Donnie Wahlberg | American singer and actor, member of New Kids on the Block |
| Donnie McClurkin | American gospel singer and minister |
| Donnie Shell | Former American football player in the NFL |
| Donnie Iris | American rock musician |
| Donnie Avery | Former American football wide receiver |
| Donnie Swaggart | American pastor and televangelist |
| Donnie Dunagan | American former child actor and veteran |
| Donnie Neuenberger | American race car driver |
| Donnie Nietes | Filipino professional boxer and world champion |
| Donnie Hammond | American professional golfer |
| Donnie Murphy | Former American baseball player |
| Donnie Smith | CEO of Tyson Foods |
| Donnie Hart | American professional baseball pitcher |
| Donnie Abraham | Former American football player in the NFL |
| Donnie Henderson | American football coach |
| Donnie Robinson | American former baseball pitcher |
| Donnie Veal | American former professional baseball pitcher |
| Donnie Edwards | Former American football linebacker |
| Donnie Elbert | American soul singer and songwriter |
| Donnie Darko | Main character in the movie "Donnie Darko" |
| Donnie Montemarano | Character in the movie "A Bronx Tale" |
| Donnie Thornberry | Character in the animated TV series "The Wild Thornberrys" |
| Donnie Cruz | Character in the TV show "Power" |
| Donnie Merriman | Character in the novel "The Death and Life of Charlie St. Cloud" |
| Donnie Davis | Character in the TV show "Parks and Recreation" |
| Donnie Carlson | Character in the TV show "Friday Night Lights" |
| Donnie Stone | Character in the movie "The Ice Storm" |
| Donnie DiMarco | Character in the TV show "Veronica Mars" |
| Donnie Azoff | Character in the TV show "Sneaky Pete" |
| Donnie Pritchard | Character in the TV show "The Fosters" |
| Donnie Barnes | Character in the movie "The Jacket" |
| Donnie Wahlberg | Fictionalized version of the actor in "The Sixth Sense" |