Macon vs Ladd

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Macon

Boy #4,671 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"place name: fortified settlement"

Origin: Gaulish-Latin Matisco

Cultural Roots

American French English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,671
Total SSA Count
22
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Ladd

Boy #4,806 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"young man, boy"

Origin: Middle English 'ladde'

Cultural Roots

English American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,806
Total SSA Count
21
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Macon Rank #4,671
Ladd Rank #4,806

Macon is more popular, ranked #4671 vs #4806 for Ladd.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Macon or Ladd more popular?

Macon is more popular, ranked #4671 compared to Ladd at #4806 in the United States.

What do Macon and Ladd mean?

Macon means "place name: fortified settlement" (Gaulish-Latin Matisco origin). Ladd means "young man, boy" (Middle English 'ladde' origin).

Are Macon and Ladd boy or girl names?

Macon is primarily a boy name. Ladd is primarily a boy name.

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