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Mack vs Leland

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mack

Boy #499 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"son of"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#499
Total SSA Count
612
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Leland

Boy #548 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"meadow land"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#548
Total SSA Count
540
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Mack Rank #499
Leland Rank #548

Mack is more popular, ranked #499 vs #548 for Leland.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mack or Leland more popular?

Mack is more popular, ranked #499 compared to Leland at #548 in the United States.

What do Mack and Leland mean?

Mack means "son of" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Leland means "meadow land" (Old English origin).

Are Mack and Leland boy or girl names?

Mack is primarily a boy name. Leland is primarily a boy name.

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