Donal Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Donal Name at a Glance

Name	Donal
Meaning	Variant of Donald 'great chief.'.
Origin	Scottish
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Donal Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Donal means “Variant of Donald 'great chief”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Donal Name Origin

Our database records Donal under Scottish origin. Browse more Scottish baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Donal a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Donal is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Donal

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