Donald as a Male Name
Donald is most commonly a boy's name.
Parents choosing Donald for a boy get a name with a clear Scottish Gaelic heritage and a well-established boy's usage. The name Donald means “ruler of the world” and is of Scottish Gaelic origin. Closely related male forms and variants include Don, Donnie, Donal, Domhnall, Donny.
For the full etymology, history and popularity of Donald across all genders, see the complete Donald name meaning.
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Is Donald a boy's name?+
Donald is most commonly a boy's name. It means “ruler of the world” and is of Scottish Gaelic origin.
What does Donald mean?+
Donald means “ruler of the world” and originates from Scottish Gaelic.