Donald Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationDAHN-uhld / /ˈdɒn.əld/Scottish; Gaelic
Meaning
Scottish: world ruler; Gaelic: ruler of the world
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Donald has Scottish origins, derived from the Gaelic name Domhnall. It has been borne by several Scottish kings and notable figures throughout history. The name gained popularity in the English-speaking world, particularly in the 20th century. Donald has also been associated with various cultural references, including literature and media.
Trend Summary
Donald experienced significant popularity in the mid-20th century but has seen a decline in usage in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Don
- Donnie
International Variants
- Donato (Italian)
- Dónal (Irish)
- Domhnall (Irish)
Famous people named Donald
Donald Trump is an American businessman and politician who served as the 45th President of the United States.
Donald Duck is a classic Disney character known for his short temper and distinctive voice.
Donald Sutherland is a Canadian actor recognized for his roles in films such as 'M*A*S*H' and 'The Hunger Games'.
Donald Glover is an American actor, musician, and writer known for his work on the television series 'Atlanta' and as a musician under the name Childish Gambino.
Fictional characters named Donald
Donald Duck is a prominent character in the Disney franchise, known for his comedic misadventures.
Donald Draper is the main character in the television series 'Mad Men', representing a complex advertising executive in the 1960s.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Donald was first seen in the United States in 1880. Donald has ranked as high as #8 nationally, which occurred in 1934, and has been most popular in New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Illinois, and California. In the past 5 years the name Donald has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Donald (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
CA | 32 | |
TX | 29 | |
OH | 24 | |
PA | 24 | |
FL | 23 | |
GA | 20 | |
NY | 18 | |
IL | 17 | |
MI | 17 | |
NC | 15 | |
IN | 13 | |
WA | 12 | |
AL | 11 | |
MO | 11 | |
LA | 10 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 46 |
1881 | 27 |
1882 | 48 |
1883 | 52 |
1884 | 59 |
1885 | 47 |
1886 | 57 |
1887 | 60 |
1888 | 77 |
1889 | 75 |
1890 | 109 |
1891 | 100 |
1892 | 137 |
1893 | 166 |
1894 | 169 |
1895 | 203 |
1896 | 211 |
1897 | 195 |
1898 | 238 |
1899 | 258 |
1900 | 328 |
1901 | 250 |
1902 | 366 |
1903 | 359 |
1904 | 413 |
1905 | 425 |
1906 | 486 |
1907 | 616 |
1908 | 664 |
1909 | 725 |
1910 | 860 |
1911 | 1,275 |
1912 | 2,872 |
1913 | 3,703 |
1914 | 4,835 |
1915 | 7,115 |
1916 | 7,737 |
1917 | 8,729 |
1918 | 9,972 |
1919 | 9,904 |
1920 | 11,941 |
1921 | 13,776 |
1922 | 14,913 |
1923 | 16,433 |
1924 | 17,929 |
1925 | 19,193 |
1926 | 20,912 |
1927 | 23,834 |
1928 | 25,705 |
1929 | 27,181 |
1930 | 29,051 |
1931 | 29,102 |
1932 | 29,792 |
1933 | 28,450 |
1934 | 30,407 |
1935 | 29,673 |
1936 | 28,640 |
1937 | 27,869 |
1938 | 26,677 |
1939 | 24,055 |
1940 | 23,113 |
1941 | 22,640 |
1942 | 23,956 |
1943 | 24,420 |
1944 | 23,466 |
1945 | 22,139 |
1946 | 26,271 |
1947 | 28,260 |
1948 | 26,443 |
1949 | 27,121 |
1950 | 26,999 |
1951 | 27,915 |
1952 | 28,269 |
1953 | 28,360 |
1954 | 29,279 |
1955 | 27,727 |
1956 | 28,226 |
1957 | 27,909 |
1958 | 25,015 |
1959 | 23,877 |
1960 | 22,734 |
1961 | 21,409 |
1962 | 20,422 |
1963 | 18,896 |
1964 | 18,050 |
1965 | 16,033 |
1966 | 14,713 |
1967 | 14,226 |
1968 | 13,360 |
1969 | 12,777 |
1970 | 12,397 |
1971 | 10,873 |
1972 | 9,261 |
1973 | 8,361 |
1974 | 7,759 |
1975 | 7,196 |
1976 | 6,795 |
1977 | 6,866 |
1978 | 6,423 |
1979 | 6,509 |
1980 | 6,268 |
1981 | 5,911 |
1982 | 5,712 |
1983 | 5,327 |
1984 | 5,062 |
1985 | 4,750 |
1986 | 4,662 |
1987 | 4,501 |
1988 | 4,329 |
1989 | 4,323 |
1990 | 4,177 |
1991 | 3,650 |
1992 | 3,266 |
1993 | 2,996 |
1994 | 2,652 |
1995 | 2,252 |
1996 | 2,184 |
1997 | 1,970 |
1998 | 1,862 |
1999 | 1,747 |
2000 | 1,609 |
2001 | 1,470 |
2002 | 1,289 |
2003 | 1,308 |
2004 | 1,251 |
2005 | 1,150 |
2006 | 1,098 |
2007 | 999 |
2008 | 992 |
2009 | 839 |
2010 | 765 |
2011 | 788 |
2012 | 729 |
2013 | 710 |
2014 | 738 |
2015 | 696 |
2016 | 625 |
2017 | 603 |
2018 | 541 |
2019 | 513 |
2020 | 449 |
2021 | 468 |
2022 | 402 |
2023 | 415 |
2024 | 405 |