Mackey Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationMAK-ee / /ˈmæki/Irish; Scottish
Meaning
Irish: son of the son of; Scottish: son of the warrior
Historical & Cultural Background
Mackey is derived from the Gaelic surname Mac Aodha, meaning 'son of Aodh', where Aodh is a name associated with the Celtic god of fire. The name has been used in both Ireland and Scotland, reflecting the shared Gaelic heritage of these regions. It has been adopted as a first name in modern times, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
Mackey has seen a modest presence in the U.S. baby name charts, with occasional spikes in popularity.
Similar Names
Variants
- Mackie
- Mackey
International Variants
- Mackie (English)
Famous people named Mackey
Mackey Sasser was a professional baseball player known for his time as a catcher in Major League Baseball.
Mackey McCleary is a notable American artist recognized for his contributions to contemporary art.
Fictional characters named Mackey
—
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Mackey was first seen in the United States in 1919. Mackey has ranked as high as #984 nationally, which occurred in 1950, and has been most popular in South Carolina, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Mackey has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Mackey (1946)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| SC | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1919 | 10 |
| 1921 | 8 |
| 1925 | 6 |
| 1926 | 7 |
| 1927 | 6 |
| 1928 | 9 |
| 1932 | 12 |
| 1933 | 7 |
| 1935 | 5 |
| 1936 | 6 |
| 1937 | 10 |
| 1938 | 9 |
| 1939 | 12 |
| 1940 | 12 |
| 1941 | 9 |
| 1942 | 19 |
| 1943 | 14 |
| 1944 | 14 |
| 1945 | 15 |
| 1946 | 18 |
| 1947 | 16 |
| 1948 | 12 |
| 1949 | 6 |
| 1950 | 24 |
| 1951 | 13 |
| 1952 | 16 |
| 1953 | 15 |
| 1954 | 6 |
| 1955 | 10 |
| 1956 | 13 |
| 1957 | 10 |
| 1958 | 7 |
| 1959 | 10 |
| 1960 | 7 |
| 1961 | 11 |
| 1962 | 10 |
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1965 | 8 |
| 1966 | 6 |
| 1967 | 6 |
| 1969 | 9 |
| 1970 | 8 |
| 1973 | 8 |
| 1976 | 7 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1998 | 9 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2002 | 8 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2016 | 9 |
| 2017 | 7 |
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2023 | 12 |
| 2024 | 9 |