Fictional CharacterAmericanFictional — One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest
Randle McMurphy
Protagonist of 'One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest'
Biography
The rebellious protagonist of Ken Kesey's novel 'One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest,' a charismatic con man who challenges the oppressive system of a psychiatric hospital.
Quick Facts
Category
Fictional Character
Nationality
American
Appears In
One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest
Thinking about the name
Randale
Germanic origin
“An elaborated variant of Randal with an added 'e,' giving it a slightly softer, more lyrical quality while maintaining masculine strength. Randale sits at the intersection of classic and whimsical, appealing to parents who want something traditional-sounding but not entirely conventional. The extended form feels more distinctive.”