Donatella

Meaning of Donatella

Donatella springs from Italian roots—built on the Latin donatus, meaning “gift,” with the diminutive –ella to make it “little gift”—and it rolls off the tongue with a sunlit grace. When one hears DOH-nah-TEL-lah, visions of Mediterranean shores, glittering runways and the fearless style of fashion icon Donatella Versace come to mind. Despite its high-fashion aura, Donatella holds court as a charming underdog in U.S. baby charts—hovering around the 900s in popularity—making it ideal for families seeking a name that’s both classically romantic and boldly modern. It’s a melodic choice that sprinkles old-world elegance with a dash of contemporary sparkle, perfect for any little girl ready to shine.

Pronunciation

Italian

• Pronunced as doh-nah-TEL-lah (/doʊ.nɑː.ˈtɛl.lɑ/)

• Donna
• Donella
• Donelle
• Donalda
• Donata