Darlene vs Macey

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Macey

Girl #1,417 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from Massy (Norman town)"

Origin: Old French/Norman

Cultural Roots

English American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,417
Total SSA Count
157
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Mac, Mace

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Darlene Rank #1,803
Macey Rank #1,417

Macey is more popular, ranked #1417 vs #1803 for Darlene.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Darlene ___

  • Darlene Marie
  • Darlene Ann
  • Darlene Jean
  • Darlene Sue
  • Darlene Lynn
  • Darlene Kay

Macey ___

  • Macey Grace
  • Macey Rose
  • Macey Elizabeth
  • Macey Nicole
  • Macey Ann
  • Macey Jean

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Darlene

Charlene Marlene Gary Dennis Cheryl

If you choose Macey

Lacey Kasey Hadley Bailey Paisley

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Darlene or Macey more popular?

Macey is more popular, ranked #1417 compared to Darlene at #1803 in the United States.

What do Darlene and Macey mean?

Darlene means "darling, dear beloved one" (American English origin). Macey means "from Massy (Norman town)" (Old French/Norman origin).

Are Darlene and Macey boy or girl names?

Darlene is primarily a girl name. Macey is primarily a girl name.

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