Names like Donovan
If Donovan is on your list, these boy names have the same feel, from Irish classics to names with a similar sound. Donovan has held fairly steady in popularity, so the list favours names with a similar, steady curve.
Top matches: Sean, Keegan, Bryan and Devin.
24 boy names like Donovan
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- Sean#489Sean is the Irish version of the name John.Also IrishSame “-an” ending
- Keegan#621It means "descendant of the fiery one" or "small and fiery".Also IrishSame “-an” ending
- Bryan#336It means 'strong' or 'noble'.Also IrishSame “-an” ending
- Devin#548This name comes from an Irish surname meaning 'poet' or 'fawn'.Also IrishSimilar popularity curve
- Aidan#326The name Aidan comes from an old Irish word meaning 'little fire'.Also IrishSame “-an” ending
- DillanThe name Dillan comes from an Irish surname that means 'like a lion'.Also IrishSame “-an” ending
- BrendanThis name comes from an old Irish word meaning 'prince' or 'king'.Also IrishSame “-an” ending
- ReaganIt means "little king" or "descendant of a king."Also IrishSame “-an” ending
- Quinn#467Quinn comes from an Irish surname meaning "descendant of Conn." Conn means "wisdom" or…Also IrishSimilar popularity curve
- Ryan#99Ryan means "little king" or "descendant of a king."Also IrishSame “-an” ending
- DarrenThis name often means "little great one" or "from the oak tree." It suggests someone…Also Irish
- Dorian#539The name means 'from Doris' or 'of the Dorians,' referring to an ancient Greek tribe.Same “-an” endingSimilar popularity curve
- Johnathan#508God has given; gift of God.Same “-an” endingSimilar popularity curve
- Shawn#682Shawn is the Irish version of the name John, which means "God is gracious." It implies…Also IrishSimilar popularity curve
- Fabian#468Fabian comes from a Roman family name.Same “-an” endingSimilar popularity curve
- Kaden#328Kaden's meaning is debated.Also IrishSimilar popularity curve
- Collin#493The name Collin means 'young hound' or 'cub'.Similar popularity curve
- Esteban#461It means 'crown' or 'garland,' often symbolizing victory or honor.Same “-an” endingSimilar popularity curve
- Trevor#680From a large settlement or homestead.Also IrishSimilar popularity curve
- Troy#533Troy can mean "foot soldier" or "descendant of a foot soldier." It is also associated…Also IrishSimilar popularity curve
- BradenFrom the broad valleyAlso Irish
- Cristian#362Follower of Christ; ChristianSame “-an” endingSimilar popularity curve
- Brady#321The name Brady comes from an Irish surname meaning 'spirited' or 'broad-chested'.Also IrishSimilar popularity curve
- Shane#636Shane is the Irish version of the name John, meaning "God is gracious."Also IrishSimilar popularity curve
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- What names are similar to Donovan?
- Names with a similar style to Donovan include Sean, Keegan, Bryan, Devin, Aidan and Dillan.
- How are these names matched to Donovan?
- Each name is compared with Donovan on how its US popularity has moved since 2000, how popular it is today, where it comes from, and how it sounds: its ending, number of syllables and first letter. Donovan has held fairly steady in popularity, so the list favours names with a similar, steady curve.
- What other Irish names are like Donovan?
- Sean, Keegan, Bryan, Devin and Aidan share Donovan's Irish roots.