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Samari vs Mckay

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

Samari Rank #3,621
Mckay Rank #3,611

Mckay is more popular, ranked #3611 vs #3621 for Samari.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Samari or Mckay more popular?

Mckay is more popular, ranked #3611 compared to Samari at #3621 in the United States.

What do Samari and Mckay mean?

Samari means "guardian, watchman (from Samaria)" (Hebrew origin). Mckay means "son of Aodh (fire)" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Samari and Mckay boy or girl names?

Samari is primarily a boy name. Mckay is primarily a boy name.

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