Doyal Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Doyal is an Irish name meaning 'dark stranger' that originates from the Gaelic 'Ó Dubhghaill.' Its historical forms trace back to the Gaelic surname, and it has gained popularity among Irish communities throughout history. The name is associated with traits of cultural pride and heritage, and it has no direct biblical relevance.
The name Doyal is most popular in Oklahoma, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Silent Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Doyal has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Doyal' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1771st out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1320th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2048th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5593rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12845th out of 16616 names. Discover how the name 'Doyal' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Doyal"
Pronunciation
/ˈdɔɪəl/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
The name Doyal is derived from the Gaelic surname 'Ó Dubhghaill,' meaning 'descendant of Dubhgall,' which means 'dark stranger.'
Meaning
dark stranger
Language Evolution
Ó Dubhghaill, Doyal
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in Ireland and among Irish communities in other countries, especially during the 19th and 20th centuries as Irish immigration increased.
Variants & Derivatives
Doyle, Doyel, Doyel
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, the name Doyal is perceived as a traditional Irish name and is often associated with heritage and cultural pride.
Famous People
Doyal McMahon, an American politician, Doyal McGowan, an Australian rugby player
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Doyal"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Doyal"
"Doyal" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1771st of 7545 | 301 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1320th of 6773 | 490 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2048th of 7552 | 292 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5593rd of 10718 | 51 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 12845th of 16616 | 15 |
Regional Popularity of "Doyal" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
83.05% 1176th/1416 |
- |
59.59% 1410th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
43.90% 1033rd/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
63.27% 1805th/2853 |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
64.38% 2265th/3518 |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Doyal" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Doyal"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Doyal" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.