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Donny

Donny is a very popular name, but has different meanings in different cultures. The name has Gaelic roots and is a variation of the name Donn. According to Irish mythology Donn was the god of the dead. He lived in the house of Donn, also know as Teach Duinn, which was where souls went to after they died. In Scotland, the meaning of Donny translates as 'a great chief' or 'with the might to conquer the world'. In America, Donny has a similar meaning. Taking inspiration from Irish mythology, the name Donny refers to a 'brown-haired chieftain'. There have been a number of famous people with the name Donny, most noteably Donny Osmond. He is a well known American performer who gained fame from his performances as a member of The Osmonds, where he sang alongside his siblings. He also co-hosted the Emmy nominated television show, 'Donny & Marie'. Another well known Donny is Donny van de Beek, who is a Dutch professional football player. He plays for Manchester United and has also played for the Netherlands national team.

Gender

Boy

Origin

English

Numerology

D is for dignity, no one disputes this trait!

O is for outlook, pleasing to all.

N is for natural, the genuine side of you.

N is for neatness, your orderly way.

Y is for yearn, your innermost desires.

Lucky

Donny lucky number is 9.

The mission for 9 is to reach its highest state of consciousness, and to help others also achieve this spiritual awareness. 9 is not afraid to transform, and its malleable spirit inspires others to explore their own ranges of motion. Since 9, in many ways, has transcended the physical plane, it must constantly remember to anchor itself.

Famous People Named Donny

  • Melanie Janine "Mel B" Brown aka Scary Spice British pop singer formerly of The Spice Girls
  • Donald Clark "Donny" Osmond American singer and TV personality
  • Donny Edward Hathaway American R&B singer
  • Garry Don "Donny" Anderson American football player
  • Donny Brady American football player
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