Allen vs Mack

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Allen

Boy #574 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"handsome, cheerful"

Origin: Celtic

English Scottish Irish Welsh

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Boy #499 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"son of"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Scottish Irish American

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Allen Rank #574

Mack Rank #499

Mack is more popular, ranked #499 vs #574 for Allen.

Is Allen or Mack more popular?

Mack is more popular, ranked #499 compared to Allen at #574 in the United States.

What do Allen and Mack mean?

Allen means "handsome, cheerful" (Celtic origin). Mack means "son of" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Allen and Mack boy or girl names?

Allen is primarily a boy name. Mack is primarily a boy name.