Donaldson Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationDON-uhl-dsuhn / /ˈdɒn.əld.sən/English; Scottish
Meaning
Son of Donald
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Donaldson is a patronymic surname derived from the given name Donald, which has roots in Scottish Gaelic. It signifies 'son of Donald,' with Donald itself meaning 'ruler of the world.' The name has been used in various forms throughout history, particularly in Scotland. It has also been adopted as a given name in some cultures.
Trend Summary
The name Donaldson has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable rise in the early to mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Don
- Donald
International Variants
- Donaldo (Spanish)
- Donat (Italian)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Donaldson was first seen in the United States in 1915. Donaldson has ranked as high as #1120 nationally, which occurred in 1964, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Donaldson has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Donaldson
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1915 | 5 |
| 1917 | 6 |
| 1924 | 7 |
| 1925 | 7 |
| 1927 | 6 |
| 1928 | 7 |
| 1933 | 5 |
| 1934 | 5 |
| 1937 | 7 |
| 1938 | 5 |
| 1939 | 6 |
| 1942 | 6 |
| 1947 | 5 |
| 1951 | 6 |
| 1954 | 6 |
| 1959 | 5 |
| 1964 | 8 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1998 | 5 |