Usher vs Maceo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Usher

Boy #2,306 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"doorkeeper, one who ushers"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

English American African-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,306
Total SSA Count
61
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Maceo

Boy #2,163 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"gift of God"

Origin: Hebrew via Italian

Cultural Roots

Italian Spanish African American American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,163
Total SSA Count
68
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Usher Rank #2,306
Maceo Rank #2,163

Maceo is more popular, ranked #2163 vs #2306 for Usher.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Usher or Maceo more popular?

Maceo is more popular, ranked #2163 compared to Usher at #2306 in the United States.

What do Usher and Maceo mean?

Usher means "doorkeeper, one who ushers" (Old French origin). Maceo means "gift of God" (Hebrew via Italian origin).

Are Usher and Maceo boy or girl names?

Usher is primarily a boy name. Maceo is primarily a boy name.

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