Mac vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mac

Boy #696 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"son of"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#696
Total SSA Count
387
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Mac Rank #696
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #696 for Mac.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Mac ___

  • Mac Henry
  • Mac James
  • Mac Oliver
  • Mac Arthur
  • Mac William
  • Mac Reid

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Mac

Beck Bo Finn Jax Luca

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mac or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Mac at #696 in the United States.

What do Mac and Theodore mean?

Mac means "son of" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Mac and Theodore boy or girl names?

Mac is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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