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Donald MacMillan

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Personal Details

Given Name
Donald
Surname
MacMillan
Occupation
Commander

The Name Donald

Origin
Scottish Gaelic
Meaning
World ruler or great chief.
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The MacMillan Surname

Origin
Scottish Gaelic
Meaning
Son of the tonsured one, from 'mac' (son) and 'maolan' (bald or tonsured).
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