👉 Donovan is a name derived from the Irish surname "Dógan," which means "son of Donnach" in Gaelic. It's an Irish name that has a similar meaning to English names like "John" or "Christopher." The name Donovan comes from the Old Norse word "Donrúðr" meaning "son of Donnach," which is a reference to the Irish surname "Dógan." In English, it means "son of Donnach," which