Cortland vs Maclin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Maclin

Boy #5,241 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Flann (red-haired one)"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,241
Total SSA Count
19
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Cortland Rank #5,259
Maclin Rank #5,241

Maclin is more popular, ranked #5241 vs #5259 for Cortland.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cortland or Maclin more popular?

Maclin is more popular, ranked #5241 compared to Cortland at #5259 in the United States.

What do Cortland and Maclin mean?

Cortland means "short land, curtailed land" (Old English origin). Maclin means "son of Flann (red-haired one)" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Cortland and Maclin boy or girl names?

Cortland is primarily a boy name. Maclin is primarily a boy name.

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