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Meanings

Celtic Baby Names Meaning:

In Celtic Baby Names the meaning of the name Donovan is: Strong fighter.

Irish Baby Names Meaning:

In Irish Baby Names the meaning of the name Donovan is: Brown-haired chieftain. From an Irish surname meaning dark brown.

American Baby Names Meaning:

In American Baby Names the meaning of the name Donovan is: Strong fighter.

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