Macdonnell
MacDonnell is a surname of Scottish origin. It is a spelling variant of MacDonald, derived from the Gaelic Mac Dhòmhnaill or MacDhòmhnaill, meaning “son of Domhnall” (Donald). The name spread with Scottish and Irish diaspora and has many spellings, including MacDonell, MacDonnell, and McDonnell. As a place name, it appears in several countries influenced by British settlement, reflecting historical migration and naming practices.
Geography and places commonly associated with the name include the MacDonnell Ranges in Australia. Located in
Other uses of MacDonnell appear in historical and topographical contexts within former British territories, where surnames