Macgregor Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmak-GREG-or / mækˈɡrɛɡərScottish; Gaelic
Meaning
Son of Gregor
Historical & Cultural Background
Macgregor is a Scottish surname that has been used as a given name. It is derived from the Gaelic 'Mac Griogair', meaning 'son of Gregor'. The name has historical significance in Scotland, particularly associated with the MacGregor clan, which faced persecution in the 17th century. The clan's history is marked by resilience and a strong sense of identity.
Trend Summary
The name Macgregor has seen limited use in the United States, maintaining a niche presence.
Similar Names
Variants
- Gregor
- MacGregor
International Variants
- Gregor (German)
- Giorgio (Italian)
- Gregorio (Spanish)
Famous people named Macgregor
MacGregor Mathers was a Scottish occultist and co-founder of the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn, influential in the development of modern Western esotericism.
Fictional characters named Macgregor
MacGregor is a character in the animated film 'The Tale of Peter Rabbit', known for his role as the antagonist to Peter.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Macgregor was first seen in the United States in 1974. Macgregor has ranked as high as #1266 nationally, which occurred in 2000, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Macgregor has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Macgregor
No state data available for this year.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1986 | 9 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1991 | 12 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1996 | 12 |
| 1997 | 7 |
| 1998 | 11 |
| 1999 | 11 |
| 2000 | 17 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2002 | 8 |
| 2003 | 13 |
| 2004 | 10 |
| 2005 | 13 |
| 2006 | 13 |
| 2007 | 8 |
| 2008 | 12 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2018 | 11 |
| 2019 | 7 |