Donatus
d(o)-na-tus
Origin:Latin
Other Origin(s):Spanish
Meaning:Given; Gift from God
Donatus is a masculine name of Spanish and Latin origin meaning “given” or “gift from God.” This name will help reflect what a wonderful gift baby is for everyone who knows them. If you're feeling that baby is destined to be a leader, they may follow in the footsteps of Donatus the Great, who led a Christian sect in northern Africa in the early fourth century. This name is widely used in Christian circles and corresponds to the biblical name Nathan which also means “gift from God.” Donatus is a delightful way to honor the joy that baby will bring into the world.
Sources
Behind the Name, Donatus, July 2009
Ancestry, Donato Family History
Ancestry, Donat
WordSense Dictionary, donatus
Britannica, Donatus, bishop of Carthage
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