About Donaldson
The surname Donaldson is of Scottish origin and is derived from the personal name Donald, which itself comes from the Gaelic name Domhnall, meaning "world ruler" or "ruler of the world." The addition of the suffix "-son" indicates "son of Donald," making Donaldson a patronymic surname. It is a common surname in Scotland and is also found in other English-speaking countries.
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