World ruler or lady
Donella is a feminine diminutive of Donald, which is derived from the Gaelic name Domhnall. It combines the elements 'dubno' (world) and 'val' (rule). In some contexts, it is also associated with the Italian 'Donna', meaning lady.
Less common today
Donella isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,425 in 1991.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Lead author of The Limits to Growth and environmental pioneer
