Find out how popular the first name Ladonna has been for the last 48 years (from 1974 to 2021) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Ladonna by gender

Based on the last 48 years of data, Ladonna is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2021, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Ladonna.

The history of the first name Ladonna

Ladonna is a female given name derived from the Italian phrase "la donna", meaning "the lady". It gained popularity during the Middle Ages and Renaissance periods in Italy, particularly among the noble and upper classes.

The name Ladonna has its roots in the Latin language, where "domina" meant a lady of high rank or the mistress of a household. As the vernacular languages of Europe evolved from Latin, this term transformed into various forms, including the Italian "donna" and the French "dame".

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Ladonna can be found in the literary works of the renowned Italian poet Dante Alighieri, who lived from 1265 to 1321. In his masterpiece, the Divine Comedy, he makes references to several ladies, some of whom may have been named Ladonna.

During the Renaissance era, the name Ladonna gained further prominence as it was associated with the ideals of courtly love and the veneration of women in literature and art. Prominent figures such as the Italian noblewoman and writer Veronica Franco (1546-1591) and the Venetian courtesan Veronica Franco (1546-1591) bore the name Ladonna.

Throughout history, several notable women have carried the name Ladonna. Among them are Ladonna Adrian Gaines (1948-2012), an American gospel singer and songwriter, and Ladonna Harris (born 1931), a Native American activist and former leader of the Comanche Nation.

In the realm of literature, Ladonna Paulette Booth (1947-1999) was an American author known for her novels exploring African American culture and experiences. Another notable figure was Ladonna Riggs (1944-2010), a Colombian-American artist and sculptor renowned for her large-scale public artworks.

Ladonna Harris, the Native American activist, played a significant role in advocating for the rights and self-determination of indigenous peoples in the United States. She served as the president of Americans for Indian Opportunity and was actively involved in various organizations and initiatives supporting Native American causes.

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