Dam vs Macey

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dam

Boy #14,953 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"to tame, subdue"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

Scandinavian English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#14,953
Total SSA Count
7
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Dam Rank #14,953
Macey Rank #15,644

Dam is more popular, ranked #14953 vs #15644 for Macey.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dam or Macey more popular?

Dam is more popular, ranked #14953 compared to Macey at #15644 in the United States.

What do Dam and Macey mean?

Dam means "to tame, subdue" (Old Norse origin). Macey means "weapon, mace bearer" (Old French mace origin).

Are Dam and Macey boy or girl names?

Dam is primarily a boy name. Macey is primarily a boy name.

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