Boy Name
Macdonald
"Son of Donald; from Scottish Gaelic 'mac' (son) combined with 'donald' (world ruler or renowned ruler)"
About the Name Macdonald
Meaning
Son of Donald; from Scottish Gaelic 'mac' (son) combined with 'donald' (world ruler or renowned ruler)
Origin
ScottishGender
Boy
First Letter
MMacdonald is a boy name of Scottish origin. The name means "Son of Donald; from Scottish Gaelic 'mac' (son) combined with 'donald' (world ruler or renowned ruler)" and It has been used throughout history. Browse more names starting with M or explore other Scottish names.
Popularity Over Time
#43 1950
#37 1960
#5 1970
-- 1980
#5 1990
#5 2000
-- 2010
-- 2020
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration baby names data (public domain). Lower rank numbers indicate greater popularity.