Origin:
Celtic
Irish
Scottish
Sex:Male
Unisex Name?No
Meaning:Brown-haired chieftain. From an Irish surname meaning dark brown.
Soul Urge:People with the name Donovan have a deep inner desire for order and physical creativity, and want to be involved in conventional, safe activities.
Expression:People with the name Donovan tend to be orderly and dedicated to building their lives on a solid foundation of order and service. They value truth, justice, and discipline, and may be quick-tempered with those who do not. Their practical nature makes them good at managing and saving money, and at building things in the material world. Because of their focus on order and practicality, they may seem overly cautious and conservative at times.