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Mack vs Samson

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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Popularity Comparison

Mack Rank #499
Samson Rank #523

Mack is more popular, ranked #499 vs #523 for Samson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mack or Samson more popular?

Mack is more popular, ranked #499 compared to Samson at #523 in the United States.

What do Mack and Samson mean?

Mack means "son of" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Samson means "sun, like the sun" (Hebrew origin).

Are Mack and Samson boy or girl names?

Mack is primarily a boy name. Samson is primarily a boy name.

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