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Chip vs Macen

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Chip

Boy #3,313 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"son of Richard, man"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,313
Total SSA Count
36
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Chip Rank #3,313
Macen Rank #3,233

Macen is more popular, ranked #3233 vs #3313 for Chip.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chip or Macen more popular?

Macen is more popular, ranked #3233 compared to Chip at #3313 in the United States.

What do Chip and Macen mean?

Chip means "son of Richard, man" (Old English origin). Macen means "stoneworker, bricklayer" (Old French 'maçon' origin).

Are Chip and Macen boy or girl names?

Chip is primarily a boy name. Macen is primarily a boy name.

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