Maclean Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmak-LEEN / məˈkliːnScottish; Gaelic
Meaning
Scottish: son of the servant of the church; Gaelic: son of the servant of St. John
Historical & Cultural Background
Maclean is a surname of Scottish origin, derived from the Gaelic 'Mac Gille Eoin', meaning 'son of the servant of St. John'. The name is associated with the Maclean clan, which has a rich history in the Scottish Highlands. The clan played a significant role in Scottish history, particularly during the medieval period. Macleans were known for their loyalty to the Scottish crown and their involvement in various historical conflicts.
Trend Summary
The name Maclean has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a slight increase in usage in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- MacLean
- McLean
International Variants
- Macleane (English)
- Maclennan (Scottish)
Famous people named Maclean
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Fictional characters named Maclean
Maclean is a character in the novel 'The Last of the Mohicans' by James Fenimore Cooper, representing the complexities of colonial relationships.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Maclean was first seen in the United States in 1987. Maclean has ranked as high as #1242 nationally, which occurred in 1998, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Maclean has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Maclean (1997)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 13 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 13 |
| 1997 | 19 |
| 1998 | 23 |
| 1999 | 13 |
| 2000 | 16 |
| 2001 | 11 |
| 2002 | 13 |
| 2003 | 13 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2005 | 10 |
| 2006 | 13 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2008 | 9 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2023 | 9 |
| 2024 | 5 |