McDaniel - Last Names

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McDaniel

/məkˈdæn.jəl/

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Meaning

Son of Daniel

Represents lineage, familial continuity, and ancestral identity, emphasizing a connection to a forebear named Daniel.

Symbolism

Embodies heritage, strength of family bonds, and a sense of belonging to a larger clan or historical narrative.

Etymology: Derived from the Gaelic 'Mac Dhòmhnaill,' meaning 'son of Donald' or in later Anglicized use, 'son of Daniel'; combines the prefix 'Mc' (meaning 'son of') with the given name Daniel, which itself means 'God is my judge' in Hebrew.

Style & Origin

traditional

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english

Cultural Background

Of Scottish origin, McDaniel is an anglicized patronymic name meaning 'son of Daniel,' widely establ

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