Type Surname (from given name)
Usage Scottish

Meaning & History

Anglicized form of Scottish Gaelic MacDhòmhnaill meaning "son of Donald". It originates from the Highland clan Donald.

Related Names

RootDòmhnall (given name)
VariantsMacConnell, MacDaniel, McConnell, McDaniel, McDonald(Scottish) MacDhòmhnaill(Scottish Gaelic)
Other Languages & CulturesDonalds, Donaldson(English) Donnell, MacConnell, Mac Domhnaill, McConnell, Ó Domhnaill, O'Donnell(Irish)

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Entry updated April 5, 2022