Dondra
Of American origin meaning "wanderer" or "gypsy".
Name Census estimates that about 426 living Americans carry the first name Dondra. It is a predominantly female name (96.1% of registrations). The average person named Dondra today is around 55 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Dondra births was 1970 (27 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Dondra. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
426
~ 1 in 804,588 Americans
Peak year
1970
27 babies that year
Average age
55
years old
1993 SSA rank
#9,134
Tracked since 1943
Gender
Gender distribution for Dondra
Dondra leans heavily female at 96.1% of total registrations, but 20 boys have also been registered with the name over the years, giving it a small but present crossover presence.
Dondra as a male name
- Ranked #9,134 in 1993
- 5 male births in 1993
- Peak: 1983 (9 births)
Dondra as a female name
- Ranked #14,126 in 1996
- 5 female births in 1996
- Peak: 1970 (27 births)
Popularity
Dondra: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Dondra from the 1940s through to the 1990s, spanning 6 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1960s, with 160 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1960s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Dondra by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Dondra during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Dondras live
The SSA's state-level files cover 3 states and territories. Georgia, Illinois, Texas recorded the most babies named Dondra, while Texas, Illinois, Georgia recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 12 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Dondra
The name Dondra has its origins in the Sanskrit language, which was prominent in ancient India. It is derived from the word "dundubhi," meaning "drum" or "war drum." This suggests that the name may have been associated with warriors or individuals who played a significant role in battles and military campaigns.
In Hindu mythology, there is a reference to a king named Dondra, who was known for his bravery and valor on the battlefield. However, details about this figure are scarce, and it is unclear whether the name originated from this mythological character or if it predates the legend.
The earliest recorded use of the name Dondra can be traced back to the 5th century CE in various ancient Sanskrit texts and inscriptions found in the Indian subcontinent. During this period, the name was predominantly used by members of the Kshatriya caste, which was associated with warriors and rulers.
One of the most notable historical figures with the name Dondra was a renowned military commander who lived during the reign of the Gupta Empire in the 6th century CE. He was celebrated for his strategic prowess and led numerous successful campaigns, expanding the empire's territorial boundaries.
Another individual named Dondra gained recognition as a skilled architect and sculptor during the 10th century CE. His intricate carvings and architectural designs can still be found adorning several ancient temples and monuments across India.
In the 13th century, a scholar and philosopher named Dondra made significant contributions to the field of Ayurvedic medicine. His treatises on herbal remedies and traditional healing practices were widely studied and revered.
During the Mughal era, which spanned from the 16th to the 18th century, a poet and mystic named Dondra gained fame for his powerful and evocative verses that explored themes of love, spirituality, and the human condition. His works were celebrated by the Mughal court and continue to be studied by literature enthusiasts.
Throughout its history, the name Dondra has been associated with individuals who have made notable contributions in various fields, from warfare and architecture to literature and philosophy. While its origins can be traced back to ancient Sanskrit roots, the name has transcended cultural and geographical boundaries, becoming a part of the rich tapestry of names found across the globe.
People
Dondra + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Dondra as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with D
Other first names starting with D with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Dondra: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Dondra?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 426 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Dondra going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 804,588 US residents.
Is Dondra a common name?
We classify Dondra as "Very Rare". It ranks above 83% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 509 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Dondra most popular?
The single biggest year for Dondra was 1970, when 27 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Dondra is about 55 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Dondra a female name?
Yes, 96.1% of people registered as Dondra in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.