Mac: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced MAK · 1 syllable
See macc for details.
- Origin
- English
- Pronunciation
- MAK
- US rank (2025)
- #695
- US babies a year
- about 416 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2020
- Style
- Rising
How popular is Mac?
Mac was the #695 name in the US in 2025, given to 395 babies. It’s rising: up 175% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #695 |
| Scotland | #292 |
| Canada | #960 |
| Australia | #302 |
How old are people named Mac?
Half of US adults named Mac are older than 57; most are between 20 and 84. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
Names like Mac
Chosen by the same families or with a similar style and era.
Questions about Mac
How do you pronounce Mac?
Mac is pronounced MAK.
How popular is the name Mac?
Mac was the #695 name in the US in 2025, given to 395 babies. It’s rising: up 175% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
How old are people named Mac?
Half of US adults named Mac are older than 57. Most are between 20 and 84.