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Sparrow vs Maclin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Maclin

Boy #5,241 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Flann (red-haired one)"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,241
Total SSA Count
19
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Sparrow Rank #5,050
Maclin Rank #5,241

Sparrow is more popular, ranked #5050 vs #5241 for Maclin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sparrow or Maclin more popular?

Sparrow is more popular, ranked #5050 compared to Maclin at #5241 in the United States.

What do Sparrow and Maclin mean?

Sparrow means "the sparrow bird" (Old English spearwa origin). Maclin means "son of Flann (red-haired one)" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Sparrow and Maclin boy or girl names?

Sparrow is primarily a boy name. Maclin is primarily a boy name.

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