Donal: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A worldly name meaning ruler of the world, proud and strong.
- Origin
- Irish
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #12413
- Peak
- #596 in 1931
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Donal Means
Donal is a boy name of Irish origin. A worldly name meaning ruler of the world, proud and strong.
How Popular Donal Is
Donal currently ranks #12413 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #596 in 1931. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Donal
- At its most popular, Donal reached #596 in the U.S. in 1931.
- Donal is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
- Donal is a name with Celtic Irish roots.
Names Like Donal
Other Irish names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Donal
Irish names that pair well as a brother or sister to Donal.
Questions About Donal
What does Donal mean?
Donal is a boy name of Irish origin. A worldly name meaning ruler of the world, proud and strong.
How popular is Donal?
Donal currently ranks #12413 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #596 in 1931. It has been easing off its high.
Where does Donal come from?
Donal comes from Irish roots. At its most popular, Donal reached #596 in the U.S. in 1931.
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