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Name Origin

Donovan is an Irish given name meaning 'dark warrior' or 'descendant of Donnagh'. It originates from the Gaelic surname Ó Donnabháin, which translates to 'descendant of Donnagh', a personal name possibly meaning 'brown chieftain' or 'world ruler'.

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Famous People

Donovan Phillips Leitch (1946-)

Singer-songwriter, musician

  • International hitmaker in the 1960s with songs like 'Sunshine Superman' and 'Mellow Yellow'
  • Influential figure in psychedelic folk music
  • Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

Donovan Mitchell (1996-)

Professional basketball player

  • NBA All-Star (2020, 2023)
  • Led the Utah Jazz to multiple playoff appearances
  • Currently plays for the Cleveland Cavaliers

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