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About the name
- Origin
- Irish
- English version
- Donal, Donald, Daniel
- Variants
- Dónal, Domhnaill
- Stronghold region
- All-Ireland
Overview
The classical spelling of Dónal, in continuous use since the early medieval period; borne by countless Irish kings and chiefs.
The story behind Domhnall
The name was carried by countless Gaelic and Hiberno-Norse kings and chieftains; Domhnall Ua Néill of the northern Uí Néill ruled as High King from 956 until his death in 980.
Mythology & legend
Multiple medieval kings, including Domhnall Ua Néill, High King in the 10th century.
Did you know?
Domhnall is one of the oldest and most enduring Gaelic names, source of Donald.
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