Alvin vs Mac

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alvin

Boy #792 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"noble friend, elf friend"

Origin: Old English

English American Scandinavian

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Boy #696 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"son of"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Scottish Irish American

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Alvin Rank #792

Mac Rank #696

Mac is more popular, ranked #696 vs #792 for Alvin.

Is Alvin or Mac more popular?

Mac is more popular, ranked #696 compared to Alvin at #792 in the United States.

What do Alvin and Mac mean?

Alvin means "noble friend, elf friend" (Old English origin). Mac means "son of" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Alvin and Mac boy or girl names?

Alvin is primarily a boy name. Mac is primarily a boy name.