Macey vs Madelyn

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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Madelyn

Girl #65 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"high tower, elevated"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

American French English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#65
Total SSA Count
3,364
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Maddie, Maddy, Mae

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Macey Rank #1,417
Madelyn Rank #65

Madelyn is more popular, ranked #65 vs #1417 for Macey.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Macey ___

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

Madelyn ___

  • Madelyn Rose
  • Madelyn Grace
  • Madelyn Claire
  • Madelyn Anne
  • Madelyn Elizabeth
  • Madelyn Kate

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Macey

Lacey Kasey Hadley Bailey Paisley

If you choose Madelyn

Sophie Charlotte Benjamin Elijah Olivia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Macey or Madelyn more popular?

Madelyn is more popular, ranked #65 compared to Macey at #1417 in the United States.

What do Macey and Madelyn mean?

Macey means "from Massy (Norman town)" (Old French/Norman origin). Madelyn means "high tower, elevated" (Greek origin).

Are Macey and Madelyn boy or girl names?

Macey is primarily a girl name. Madelyn is primarily a girl name.

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