Mac vs Allan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mac

Boy #696 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"son of"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Scottish Irish American

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Boy #854 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"rock, harmony"

Origin: Celtic/Brythonic

Scottish English French American

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Mac Rank #696

Allan Rank #854

Mac is more popular, ranked #696 vs #854 for Allan.

Is Mac or Allan more popular?

Mac is more popular, ranked #696 compared to Allan at #854 in the United States.

What do Mac and Allan mean?

Mac means "son of" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Allan means "rock, harmony" (Celtic/Brythonic origin).

Are Mac and Allan boy or girl names?

Mac is primarily a boy name. Allan is primarily a boy name.