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Shane vs Mack

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Shane

Boy #602 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew via Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#602
Total SSA Count
473
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Shane Rank #602
Mack Rank #499

Mack is more popular, ranked #499 vs #602 for Shane.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shane or Mack more popular?

Mack is more popular, ranked #499 compared to Shane at #602 in the United States.

What do Shane and Mack mean?

Shane means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via Irish origin). Mack means "son of" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Shane and Mack boy or girl names?

Shane is primarily a boy name. Mack is primarily a boy name.

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