Mcdonald
boy nameMcdonald entered the US charts in 1913, peaked at #1716 in 1932, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1913–2025
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rank today
#1716
peak (1932)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2266 |
| 1920s | #2739 |
| 1930s | #2413 |
| 1940s | #2337 |
| 1950s | #2442 |
| 1960s | #3393 |
| 1970s | #4610 |
| 1980s | #6721 |
| 2000s | #10349 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Mcdonald are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Mcdonald alive today was born around 1940, making them about 85 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Mcdonald in 2025?
- Mcdonald is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Mcdonald most popular?
- Mcdonald peaked in 1932, reaching #1716 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Mcdonald with classmates?
- Mcdonald will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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