Mac vs Grey

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mac

Boy #696 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"son of"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Scottish Irish American

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Boy #878 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"gray-haired one"

Origin: Old English

English American Australian

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Mac Rank #696

Grey Rank #878

Mac is more popular, ranked #696 vs #878 for Grey.

Is Mac or Grey more popular?

Mac is more popular, ranked #696 compared to Grey at #878 in the United States.

What do Mac and Grey mean?

Mac means "son of" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Grey means "gray-haired one" (Old English origin).

Are Mac and Grey boy or girl names?

Mac is primarily a boy name. Grey is primarily a boy name.