Donnacha
Meaning: Brown-haired warrior
Origin: Irish/Gaelic
Gender: Boy
Rank in Ireland: #153
Total births: 2,324
History: Donnacha has deep roots in Ireland's GAA tradition, a name heard echoing through the stands at Croke Park on All-Ireland final day. From parish pitches in rural Kerry to the clubhouses of Dublin, Donnacha carries the spirit of community and competition that defines Irish life.
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| Current rank (2025) | #64 |
| Babies named Donnacha in 2025 | 86 |
| Total recorded in Ireland | 2,324 |
| Peak year | 2022 (140 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #46 |
| Years in records | 1965–2025 (61 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 17 spots |
Frequently asked about Donnacha
What does the name Donnacha mean?
Donnacha means “Brown-haired warrior” from Irish/Gaelic roots.
What is the origin of the name Donnacha?
Donnacha has Irish/Gaelic origin. The traditional meaning is “Brown-haired warrior”.
How popular is Donnacha in Ireland?
Donnacha ranked #64 in Ireland in 2025 — given to 86 babies that year.
When was Donnacha most popular?
Donnacha peaked in 2022 with 140 babies registered that year in Ireland.
Is Donnacha a boy or girl name?
Donnacha is predominantly a boys' name in Ireland — over 90% of Donnachas in registered births are male.
Is the name Donnacha rising or falling in popularity?
Donnacha has fallen 17 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Ireland — from #47 in 2020 to #64 in 2025.
How long has Donnacha been recorded in Ireland?
Donnacha appears in birth records in Ireland across 61 years — from 1965 through 2025.