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Meaning of the Name McDonald

Updated January 18, 2026 by Jennifer M.

McDonald

Gender: Neutral
Origin: Scottish
Meaning: Son Of Donald

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What is the meaning of the name McDonald?

The name McDonald is primarily a gender-neutral name of Scottish origin that means Son Of Donald.

Scottish surname.

McDonald's is a world-famous fast food restaurant chain. Ronald McDonald is its clown mascot.

People who like the name McDonald also like:

Phillip, Nicholas, Mortimer, Matthew, Oliver, Robert, Ronan, Patricia, Ruth, Olivia, Rebecca, Mary, Rose, Rachel

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Stats for the Name McDonald

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