Donald
Meaning of Donald
Donald (pronounced DAHN-uhld) strides in from the misty Scottish Highlands, an English form of the Gaelic Domhnall that boldly means “world ruler.” With ancient kings of Scotland bearing the name and pop-culture favorites like Donald Duck, Donald Sutherland, and Donald Glover keeping it playful and relatable, the name wears a crown yet never forgets its sense of humor. In the United States it reigned supreme through the mid-20th-century baby boom, then slipped into rarer-gem territory, sitting around No. 561 today—perfect for parents who like a vintage classic that won’t echo from every corner of the playground. Donald carries a quiet confidence: sturdy, friendly, a little dapper, and ready to lead a sandbox expedition or a board-room brainstorm with equal charm. If you’re hoping your son will grow into a kind of everyday hero—steady, spirited, and maybe just a touch adventurous—Donald offers a storied path already paved for great things.
Pronunciation
American English
- Pronunced as DAHN-uhld (/ˈdɑn.əld/)
British English
- Pronunced as DAHN-uhld (/ˈdɒn.əld/)
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Notable People Named Donald
| Donald Trump is an American politician, media personality, and businessman who served as the 45th U.S. president from 2017 to 2021 and is the 47th president. |
| Donald Glover, known as Childish Gambino, is a multi-talented American actor, rapper, and filmmaker acclaimed for his role in Community and creating the award-winning series Atlanta. |
| Donald Driver is a former Green Bay Packers wide receiver who holds franchise records, won Super Bowl XLV, and later triumphed on Dancing with the Stars. |
| Donald Wayne Riegle Jr. is a Michigan-born American politician, author, and businessman who served five terms in the U.S. House of Representatives and three in the Senate. |
| Donald Van Slyke - Donald Dexter Van Slyke, nicknamed Van, was a renowned Dutch American biochemist celebrated for his extensive publications, prestigious awards, and the Van Slyke determination test for amino acids. |
| Donald Carl Johanson is the American paleoanthropologist who discovered the famous hominin fossil Lucy in Ethiopia. |
| Donald Bruce Gillies was a Canadian computer scientist and mathematician specializing in computer design, game theory, and minicomputer programming environments. |
