Donato is a very rare male first name and a very popular surname (source: 1990 U.S. Census). It is a given name of Spanish and Italian/Latin origin. Meaning of name Donato is "gift" especially from God. Donato name is also popularly used as short form of Donatello and a form of name Donatus. Donato name is mostly used in Italian, Portugese and Spanish speaking countries. Also Visit Popularity Chart of name Donato with comparison with similar names.