♂
Dónal
Boy NameIrish Origin
Meaning
Modern Irish form of Domhnall (see DONALD).
Discover if Dónal matches your style with our personalized baby name quiz!
Try the Quiz FreeName Personality
Based on famous people named Dónal and cultural associations, this name tends to be associated with:
9
Resilience9
Courage8
Spirituality7
Ambition7
IntegrityFamous People Named Dónal
Dónal Meirgeach Mac Conmara
Dónal Meirgeach Mac Conmara, 18th-century Irish poet.
CreativityIntelligenceWisdom
Dónal Ó Maoláine
Dónal Ó Maoláine, aka Eamon Mhagaine, Irish poet and rapparee, fl.
CreativityIntelligenceWisdom
Dónal Murphy
Dónal Murphy is a British-born Irish traditional accordionist, known for his work with the band Four Men and a Dog.
CharismaCreativity
Dónal Clifford
Donal Clifford (born 1948) is an Irish retired hurler who played as a right wing-back for the Cork senior team.
Similar Names You Might Like
Dominic
Italian/Latin
Both names derive from the Roman cognomen 'Dominicus', signifying belonging to the house of Dominus (Lord), sharing a sense of nobility and spiritual connection.
Torin
Norse
Like Dónal, Torin evokes a sense of strength and resilience, often associated with warriors and leaders in Norse mythology, reflecting a similar cultural role.
Ethan
Hebrew
Both names carry connotations of strength and steadfastness, with Ethan meaning 'strong' or 'enduring'.
Dónal in Other Languages
Find Your Perfect Baby Name
Love Dónal? Our app learns your preferences and suggests similar names you'll love. Take our personalized quiz to discover your perfect matches!