Boy name
Donald name meaning
“ruler of the world”
Donald is a masculine name of Gaelic origin meaning ruler of the world. It comes from Dòmhnall, a name combining an element meaning world with another meaning rule or might. The meaning ruler of the world brings these two elements together in the interpretation of Donald.
What does Donald mean?
Origin and cultural usage of Donald
Donald comes from Gaelic Dòmhnall. It combines elements meaning world and rule or might.
Name combinations with Donald
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Donald, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Meaning of each word
- Donald: ruler of the world
- Pandu: pale; also a guide
- Aditia: sun; son of Aditi
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Meaning of each word
- Donald: ruler of the world
- Tara: star in the sky
- Air: water, a liquid essential to life
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Donald Idaman
Meaning of each word
- Donald: ruler of the world
- Idaman: something deeply desired
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Meaning of each word
- Setyawan: faithful, committed to truth
- Donald: ruler of the world
- Bintang: a shining celestial body
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Donald Laksmana
Meaning of each word
- Donald: ruler of the world
- Laksmana: bearing auspicious marks
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Donald Setiyawan Prawiranegara
Meaning of each word
- Donald: ruler of the world
- Setiyawan: one who is faithful
- Prawiranegara: warrior of the realm
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How to pronounce Donald
| Syllables | 2 · 6 letters · 6-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮓᮧᮔᮜ᮪ᮓ᮪ |
Is Donald a boy’s name?
Yes, Donald is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Donald ranks #892 among boy names in our data sample (22 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Donald
Names with related meanings
- Hadi♂Guide, one who gives direction
- Imam♂Leader, leader of worship
- Wibowo♂Authority, dignity, grandeur
- Hendra♂Ruler, king
- Heri♂Ruler of the household
- Amir♂Leader, commander
- Malik♂Owner
- Herry♂Ruler of the household
- Syah♂King, royal ruler
- Hendri♂Ruler of the household
- Dadang♂Master
- Hendrik♂Ruler of the household
Famous people named Donald
- Donald Izacus Pandjaitan · b. 1925
- Donald Djatunas Pandiangan · b. 1945
- Donald Bissa · b. 1981
- Donald Wailan Walalangi · b. 1960
- Donald Kasenda · b. 1970
- Donald Santoso · b. 1989
- Donald · b. 1976
- Donald A. Lauterbach · b. 1985
- Donald Crestofel Lantu · b. 1976
- Donald D Welerubun · b. 1972
- Donald Edison Baransano · b. 1979
- Donald Harris Sihotang · b. 1978
FAQ about the name Donald
What is the meaning of Donald?
Donald means ruler of the world. Donald comes from Gaelic Dòmhnall. It combines elements meaning world and rule or might.
Is Donald a boy’s name?
Yes, Donald is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Donald?
Donald is of European origin.
How many syllables does Donald have?
Donald has 2 syllables (Do-nald) and 6 letters.
How popular is the name Donald?
Donald ranks #892 among boy names in our data sample (22 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Donald?
Some ideas: Donald Pandu Aditia; Donald Tara Air; Donald Idaman.
Famous people named Donald?
Notable people named Donald include Donald Izacus Pandjaitan, Donald Djatunas Pandiangan, Donald Bissa.
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