Mcdonald Boy

Popularity: — · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

Pronunciationmuhk-DON-uhld / məkˈdɒnəld

Scottish; Irish

Meaning

Scottish: son of Donald; Irish: descendant of Domhnall

Historical & Cultural Background

The surname McDonald is of Scottish and Irish origin, derived from the Gaelic 'Mac Dhomhnaill', meaning 'son of Donald'. It is a common surname in Scotland and Ireland, often associated with various clans. The name has been borne by notable figures in history, including Scottish nobility and political leaders.

Trend Summary

The name McDonald has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, often associated with the fast-food brand.

Similar Names

DonaldMacbethMasonMaddoxDonnellyDonnDolanDorian

Variants

  • Macdonald
  • Mac Donnell

International Variants

  • Macdonald (Scottish)
  • Mcdonald (Irish)

Famous people named Mcdonald

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Fictional characters named Mcdonald

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Sibling Suggestions

MalcolmDuncanFergusGordonAngusEwan

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Mcdonald was first seen in the United States in 1913. Mcdonald has ranked as high as #854 nationally, which occurred in 1918, and has been most popular in North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Mcdonald has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Mcdonald (1966)

StateBirthsShare
NC 5
100%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19139
191410
191510
19169
191715
191819
19199
192013
192118
19228
192317
19248
19256
192612
19279
19289
19299
19308
19319
193218
19338
193410
193510
19369
193715
193810
19398
194013
19418
19428
19438
194412
194510
194714
194811
194912
195012
195114
195215
195315
19547
195515
195610
19577
195814
19599
196010
19629
19637
19646
19656
19667
19677
19685
19696
19706
19715
19736
19756
19865
20005