Donny

Casual male name

Donny is a diminutive of Donald, typically used as an informal or affectionate form of the name.

Like other -y/-ie diminutives (Johnny, Billy, Tommy), it suggests familiarity or youth: Little Donny was always getting into trouble.

The name can persist into adulthood as a nickname.

name

nickname

Informal substitute name

given namePersonal name from birth
monikerInformal designation for someone
pet nameAffectionate nickname for loved ones

diminutive · familiar name · shortened form · Americanism · birth name · first name · personal name · boy's name

youthful

boyish

Resembling a young lad

playfulInclined toward fun
energeticHaving much vigor
carefreeFree from anxiety

lively · mischievous · impish · spirited · fun-loving · lighthearted · enthusiastic · exuberant · innocent · wholesome

friendly

approachable

Easy to engage with

amiableGood-natured and likable
affableWarm and approachable
genialPleasantly warm-mannered

warmhearted · good-natured · likeable · easygoing · personable · sociable · outgoing · neighborly · welcoming · chummy

pop culture

teen idol

Young star adored by adolescents

heartthrobObject of romantic admiration
croonerSoft-voiced romantic vocalist
entertainerOne who amuses others

performer · celebrity

Opposites

formality of name

Gaelic masculine name

sibling contrast (osmonds)

DonnyMarie

French feminine name

Phrases

Family

Familiarity: Top 200,000
Profile: Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G