Donald
Donald first appears in US records in 0. It peaked in 1934, when 30,408 boys were given the name.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Donald popular?
Vintage Donald is rarely given today, but saw real use in the past — it peaked back in 1934.
| 2020s | 2,539 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 6,709 | |
| 2000s | 12,005 | |
| 1990s | 26,756 | |
| 1980s | 50,843 | |
| 1970s | 82,435 | |
| 1960s | 172,628 | |
| 1950s | 273,574 | |
| 1940s | 247,834 | |
| 1930s | 283,718 | |
| 1920s | 191,816 | |
| 1910s | 57,001 | |
| 1900s | 4,632 | |
| 1890s | 1,786 | |
| 1880s | 548 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Donald mean?
Anglicized from Scottish Gaelic 'Domhnall', from Proto-Celtic 'Dumno-ualos' meaning 'world-ruler' (world + wield/rule). Note: 'ruler', not literally 'king', though borne by many Gaelic kings.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Donald mean?
Donald means world-ruler. Anglicized from Scottish Gaelic 'Domhnall', from Proto-Celtic 'Dumno-ualos' meaning 'world-ruler' (world + wield/rule). Note: 'ruler', not literally 'king', though borne by many Gaelic kings.
What is the origin of the name Donald?
Donald is of gaelic origin.
How do you pronounce Donald?
Donald is pronounced “DON-uld.”
Is Donald a boy or a girl name?
Donald is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Donald a popular name right now?
Donald is rarely given today, but saw real use in the past — it peaked back in 1934.
How popular is the name Donald?
In 2025, Donald ranked #690 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Donald most popular?
Donald was most popular in 1934, when about 30,408 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.