Donev is a Bulgarian surname. Notable people with the surname include:
- Asparuh "Paro" Donev Nikodimov (born 1945), former Bulgarian football player and coach
- Doncho Donev, retired Bulgarian professional footballer
- Donyo Donev, Bulgarian animator, director, art director and cartoonist
- Ivo Donev, Bulgarian professional chess and poker player
- Gabriel Donev, Bulgarian tennis player