MacDonell Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

MacDonell is listed in our database as a boy name of Scottish origin. Its recorded meaning is “Son of the world's ruler”.

MacDonell Name at a Glance

Name MacDonell
Meaning Son of the world's ruler.
Origin Scottish
Gender Boy

What Does the Name MacDonell Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, MacDonell means “Son of the world's ruler”. 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.

MacDonell Name Origin

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

Is MacDonell a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name MacDonell

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