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Mckay vs Macoy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mckay

Boy #3,611 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Aodh (fire)"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,611
Total SSA Count
31
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Mckay Rank #3,611
Macoy Rank #6,292

Mckay is more popular, ranked #3611 vs #6292 for Macoy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mckay or Macoy more popular?

Mckay is more popular, ranked #3611 compared to Macoy at #6292 in the United States.

What do Mckay and Macoy mean?

Mckay means "son of Aodh (fire)" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Macoy means "son of Aodh (fire, sun)" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Mckay and Macoy boy or girl names?

Mckay is primarily a boy name. Macoy is primarily a boy name.

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