Donal Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationDOH-nuhl / /ˈdoʊ.nəl/Irish; Scottish
Meaning
Irish: world ruler; Scottish: dark, brown
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Donal is derived from the Irish name Domhnall, which combines the elements 'domhan' meaning 'world' and 'all' meaning 'ruler'. It has been a popular name in Ireland and Scotland for centuries. Variants of the name have appeared in various historical texts and are associated with several notable figures in Irish history. The name reflects a strong cultural heritage and is often linked to leadership and nobility.
Trend Summary
The name Donal has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable presence in Irish-American communities.
Similar Names
Variants
- Donal
- Donall
International Variants
- Domhnall (Irish)
- Donald (Scottish)
Famous people named Donal
Donal Logue is a Canadian actor known for his roles in television series such as 'Grounded for Life' and 'Gotham'.
Donal Skehan is an Irish food writer and television presenter recognized for his cookbooks and cooking shows.
Donal O'Kelly is an Irish playwright and actor known for his contributions to contemporary Irish theatre.
Donal Walsh was an Irish teenager and cancer awareness advocate whose story inspired many.
Fictional characters named Donal
Donal is a character in the video game 'Fire Emblem: Three Houses', known for his role as a student at Garreg Mach Monastery.
Donal is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', where he appears as a classmate of the main characters.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Donal was first seen in the United States in 1909. Donal has ranked as high as #792 nationally, which occurred in 1930, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Oklahoma, New York, and West Virginia. In the past 5 years the name Donal has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Donal (1978)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1909 | 5 |
| 1910 | 5 |
| 1913 | 13 |
| 1914 | 19 |
| 1915 | 23 |
| 1916 | 21 |
| 1917 | 23 |
| 1918 | 20 |
| 1919 | 34 |
| 1920 | 38 |
| 1921 | 67 |
| 1922 | 89 |
| 1923 | 84 |
| 1924 | 78 |
| 1925 | 70 |
| 1926 | 58 |
| 1927 | 83 |
| 1928 | 87 |
| 1929 | 80 |
| 1930 | 98 |
| 1931 | 97 |
| 1932 | 88 |
| 1933 | 78 |
| 1934 | 80 |
| 1935 | 83 |
| 1936 | 82 |
| 1937 | 68 |
| 1938 | 63 |
| 1939 | 60 |
| 1940 | 52 |
| 1941 | 61 |
| 1942 | 56 |
| 1943 | 39 |
| 1944 | 45 |
| 1945 | 40 |
| 1946 | 48 |
| 1947 | 50 |
| 1948 | 52 |
| 1949 | 60 |
| 1950 | 43 |
| 1951 | 50 |
| 1952 | 53 |
| 1953 | 45 |
| 1954 | 45 |
| 1955 | 44 |
| 1956 | 52 |
| 1957 | 46 |
| 1958 | 42 |
| 1959 | 51 |
| 1960 | 45 |
| 1961 | 46 |
| 1962 | 41 |
| 1963 | 56 |
| 1964 | 30 |
| 1965 | 39 |
| 1966 | 34 |
| 1967 | 31 |
| 1968 | 33 |
| 1969 | 23 |
| 1970 | 25 |
| 1971 | 32 |
| 1972 | 24 |
| 1973 | 14 |
| 1974 | 22 |
| 1975 | 20 |
| 1976 | 21 |
| 1977 | 12 |
| 1978 | 25 |
| 1979 | 27 |
| 1980 | 17 |
| 1981 | 14 |
| 1982 | 13 |
| 1983 | 20 |
| 1984 | 19 |
| 1985 | 13 |
| 1986 | 21 |
| 1987 | 9 |
| 1988 | 24 |
| 1989 | 16 |
| 1990 | 17 |
| 1991 | 18 |
| 1992 | 9 |
| 1993 | 16 |
| 1994 | 9 |
| 1995 | 11 |
| 1996 | 16 |
| 1997 | 14 |
| 1998 | 15 |
| 1999 | 11 |
| 2000 | 11 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2002 | 10 |
| 2003 | 9 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2005 | 12 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 9 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2023 | 5 |