Ward vs Macen

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ward

Boy #3,309 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"guardian, watchman"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #3,233 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"stoneworker, bricklayer"

Origin: Old French 'maçon'

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Ward Rank #3,309

Macen Rank #3,233

Macen is more popular, ranked #3233 vs #3309 for Ward.

Is Ward or Macen more popular?

Macen is more popular, ranked #3233 compared to Ward at #3309 in the United States.

What do Ward and Macen mean?

Ward means "guardian, watchman" (Old English origin). Macen means "stoneworker, bricklayer" (Old French 'maçon' origin).

Are Ward and Macen boy or girl names?

Ward is primarily a boy name. Macen is primarily a boy name.