Derlyn vs Macalister

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Derlyn

Boy #18,470 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"dear one, beloved by the pool"

Origin: Old French and Welsh

Cultural Roots

American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#18,470
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Der, Lyn

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Derlyn Rank #18,470
Macalister Rank #18,511

Derlyn is more popular, ranked #18470 vs #18511 for Macalister.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Derlyn ___

  • Derlyn James
  • Derlyn Ray
  • Derlyn Scott
  • Derlyn Lee
  • Derlyn Wayne

Macalister ___

No pairings available yet.

Sibling Name Ideas

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Derlyn or Macalister more popular?

Derlyn is more popular, ranked #18470 compared to Macalister at #18511 in the United States.

What do Derlyn and Macalister mean?

Derlyn means "dear one, beloved by the pool" (Old French and Welsh origin).

Are Derlyn and Macalister boy or girl names?

Derlyn is primarily a boy name. Macalister is primarily a boy name.

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