Kaitlyn vs Macy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kaitlyn

Girl #652 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"pure"

Origin: Greek (via Irish)

Cultural Roots

Irish American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#652
Total SSA Count
450
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Kate, Kait, Katy

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Macy

Girl #663 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from Massy, Normandy"

Origin: Old French/Norman

Cultural Roots

American English French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#663
Total SSA Count
440
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mae

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Kaitlyn Rank #652
Macy Rank #663

Kaitlyn is more popular, ranked #652 vs #663 for Macy.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kaitlyn ___

  • Kaitlyn Rose
  • Kaitlyn Marie
  • Kaitlyn Grace
  • Kaitlyn Ann
  • Kaitlyn Lee
  • Kaitlyn Elizabeth

Macy ___

  • Macy Jane
  • Macy Claire
  • Macy Elizabeth
  • Macy Grace
  • Macy Anne
  • Macy Lynn

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Kaitlyn

Ryan Brendan Meghan Erin Patrick

If you choose Macy

Lucy Lily Ella Owen Jack

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kaitlyn or Macy more popular?

Kaitlyn is more popular, ranked #652 compared to Macy at #663 in the United States.

What do Kaitlyn and Macy mean?

Kaitlyn means "pure" (Greek (via Irish) origin). Macy means "from Massy, Normandy" (Old French/Norman origin).

Are Kaitlyn and Macy boy or girl names?

Kaitlyn is primarily a girl name. Macy is primarily a girl name.

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