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MacDonald

muhk-DO-nuhld

MacDonald (name) means a Scottish surname meaning "son of Donald," borne by Canada's first prime minister, John A. Macdonald. Example: “Macdonald is one of the most common surnames of Scottish clan origin.”

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A Scottish surname meaning "son of Donald," borne by Canada's first prime minister, John A. Macdonald.
"Macdonald is one of the most common surnames of Scottish clan origin."

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Macdonalds plural

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Etymology

From Gaelic "Mac Dhòmhnaill," meaning "son of Donald."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “MacDonald” mean?

The word “MacDonald” means a Scottish surname meaning "son of Donald," borne by Canada's first prime minister, John A. Macdonald.

How do you pronounce “MacDonald”?

“MacDonald” is pronounced muhk-DO-nuhld (/məkˈdɑnəld/ in IPA).

How do you use “MacDonald” in a sentence?

Here is “MacDonald” used in a sentence: “Macdonald is one of the most common surnames of Scottish clan origin.”

What part of speech is “MacDonald”?

“MacDonald” is a name.

Is “MacDonald” a common word?

“MacDonald” is an uncommon word in modern English.

Who is a notable historical figure with the surname MacDonald?

John A. Macdonald, who served as Canada's first prime minister, is one of the most notable bearers of the surname MacDonald. The name remains widespread among people of Scottish descent.

Is MacDonald spelled with a capital D in the middle?

MacDonald is traditionally spelled with a capital D after 'Mac,' reflecting its origin as 'Mac' plus 'Donald.' Some individuals and branches of the family use the variant spelling 'Macdonald' with a lowercase d instead.

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