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Name Origin

Donato is an Italian masculine given name meaning 'gift of God'. It derives from the Latin name Donatus, which has the same meaning.

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Famous People

Donato Bramante (1444-1514)

Architect

  • Designed the Tempietto in Rome
  • Planned St. Peter's Basilica (although his design was later significantly altered)

Donato di Niccolò di Betto Bardi (1386-1466)

Sculptor

  • Pioneer of the Renaissance style in sculpture
  • Created masterpieces like David (bronze statue) and St. George (marble statue)