Mac

At a Glance: Name: Mac – Meaning: son (of) – Origin: Scottish/Irish Gaelic – Gender: Boy – Pronunciation: MAK

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Mac is a short, sturdy name rooted in Scottish and Irish Gaelic, where it literally means "son (of)." It's pronounced simply as MAK, and it carries a modern, minimalist feel with a bold edge — the kind of name that says exactly what it means without extra flourish. If you want something plainspoken and unfussy, Mac fits that brief.

Meaning & Origin of Mac

Meaning: Son (of).

Origin: Scottish/Irish Gaelic.

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Mac

Phonetic: MAK   IPA: /ˈmæk/

Popularity of Mac

Mac hit its highest point back in 1942, ranking #308 with 398 babies given the name that year. By 2024 it had drifted down to #696, with 387 babies named Mac — nearly the same count as its 1942 peak, just a smaller share of a much bigger birth pool.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1880–2024.

Make Mac Name Art

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Names With a Similar Story

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FAQ

What does the name Mac mean?

Son (of). (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Mac)

How do you pronounce Mac?

Mac is pronounced MAK (IPA: /ˈmæk/).

Is Mac a popular name right now?

Mac peaked at #308 in 1942 and is ranked #696 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)

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