Macallan Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmuh-KAL-uhn / /məˈkælən/Scottish; Gaelic
Meaning
Son of the battle; from the place of the battle
Historical & Cultural Background
In Scottish culture, Macallan is derived from the Gaelic 'Mac Ailein', meaning 'son of Alan', which is often associated with nobility and strength. The name is also linked to the Macallan distillery in Scotland, renowned for its whisky, further embedding it in Scottish heritage.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Mackallan
- Macalister
International Variants
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Famous people named Macallan
Macallan — Scottish distillery known for whisky.
Fictional characters named Macallan
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Macallan was first seen in the United States in 1998. Macallan has ranked as high as #1355 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in California, Illinois, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Macallan has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Macallan (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1998 | 5 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2004 | 9 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2007 | 12 |
| 2008 | 12 |
| 2009 | 8 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2011 | 11 |
| 2012 | 11 |
| 2013 | 13 |
| 2014 | 21 |
| 2015 | 17 |
| 2016 | 18 |
| 2017 | 23 |
| 2018 | 25 |
| 2019 | 32 |
| 2020 | 35 |
| 2021 | 35 |
| 2022 | 38 |
| 2023 | 35 |
| 2024 | 35 |