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Donal

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Donal is a boy's name of Irish origin meaning "Great chief or world ruler.". It is pronounced DOHN-əl. Today it is a popular name (popularity 71/100) and fading.

Irish origin · /DOHN-əl/ · classic

Meaning: Great chief or world ruler.

Popularity 71/1002 syllablesPeaked 1930↓ Falling

Insights

Most popular in the 1930s.

Today, Donal is a popular, familiar name (popularity 71/100).

It is less common today than at its historical peak.

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Frequently asked questions about Donal

What does Donal mean?

Donal means "Great chief or world ruler.". It is of Irish origin.

Is Donal a boy or girl name?

Donal is traditionally a boy's name.

How popular is Donal?

Donal is a popular, familiar name, with a popularity score of 71/100. It was most popular in the 1930s.

How is Donal pronounced?

Donal is pronounced DOHN-əl.

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