Mac vs Lawrence

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mac

Boy #696 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"son of"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Scottish Irish American

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Boy #510 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"from Laurentum, laurel-crowned"

Origin: Latin

Latin English French American

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Mac Rank #696

Lawrence Rank #510

Lawrence is more popular, ranked #510 vs #696 for Mac.

Is Mac or Lawrence more popular?

Lawrence is more popular, ranked #510 compared to Mac at #696 in the United States.

What do Mac and Lawrence mean?

Mac means "son of" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Lawrence means "from Laurentum, laurel-crowned" (Latin origin).

Are Mac and Lawrence boy or girl names?

Mac is primarily a boy name. Lawrence is primarily a boy name.