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Harold vs Macklin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Macklin

Boy #1,160 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of the prince/lord"

Origin: Irish Mac Flaithín

Cultural Roots

Irish American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,160
Total SSA Count
180
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Harold Rank #991
Macklin Rank #1,160

Harold is more popular, ranked #991 vs #1160 for Macklin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Harold or Macklin more popular?

Harold is more popular, ranked #991 compared to Macklin at #1160 in the United States.

What do Harold and Macklin mean?

Harold means "army ruler, power of the army" (Old English origin). Macklin means "son of the prince/lord" (Irish Mac Flaithín origin).

Are Harold and Macklin boy or girl names?

Harold is primarily a boy name. Macklin is primarily a boy name.

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