Description:
The name 'McDonnell' is derived from the Gaelic 'Mac an Dhuibhne', meaning 'son of the black one'. The name was originally given to someone who was dark-skinned. The surname 'McDonnell' has its origins in the Scottish Highlands and is most commonly found in the counties of Argyll and Bute. The name is also found in Ireland, where it is most common in County Donegal. The surname 'McDonnell' is also found in the United States, where it is most common in California. The variant spellings of the surname include MacDonnell, MacDowell, McDowell, and McDonnell.
