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Lean vs Macoy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lean

Boy #6,256 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"light, bright one"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Celtic Gaelic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,256
Total SSA Count
14
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Lean Rank #6,256
Macoy Rank #6,292

Lean is more popular, ranked #6256 vs #6292 for Macoy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lean or Macoy more popular?

Lean is more popular, ranked #6256 compared to Macoy at #6292 in the United States.

What do Lean and Macoy mean?

Lean means "light, bright one" (Irish Gaelic origin). Macoy means "son of Aodh (fire, sun)" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Lean and Macoy boy or girl names?

Lean is primarily a boy name. Macoy is primarily a boy name.

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