Mac vs Amos

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mac

Boy #696 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"son of"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Scottish Irish American

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Boy #699 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"carried by God"

Origin: Hebrew

Jewish English American

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Mac Rank #696

Amos Rank #699

Mac is more popular, ranked #696 vs #699 for Amos.

Is Mac or Amos more popular?

Mac is more popular, ranked #696 compared to Amos at #699 in the United States.

What do Mac and Amos mean?

Mac means "son of" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Amos means "carried by God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Mac and Amos boy or girl names?

Mac is primarily a boy name. Amos is primarily a boy name.