Macon vs Greg

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Macon

Boy #4,671 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"place name: fortified settlement"

Origin: Gaulish-Latin Matisco

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Boy #4,526 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"watchful, alert"

Origin: Greek

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Macon Rank #4,671

Greg Rank #4,526

Greg is more popular, ranked #4526 vs #4671 for Macon.

Is Macon or Greg more popular?

Greg is more popular, ranked #4526 compared to Macon at #4671 in the United States.

What do Macon and Greg mean?

Macon means "place name: fortified settlement" (Gaulish-Latin Matisco origin). Greg means "watchful, alert" (Greek origin).

Are Macon and Greg boy or girl names?

Macon is primarily a boy name. Greg is primarily a boy name.