Macie vs Raya

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Macie

Girl #473 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from Macey (Normandy place name)"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#473
Total SSA Count
652
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Mae, Mace

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Macie Rank #473
Raya Rank #363

Raya is more popular, ranked #363 vs #473 for Macie.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Macie ___

  • Macie Grace
  • Macie Rose
  • Macie Ann
  • Macie Jane
  • Macie Faith
  • Macie Lynn

Raya ___

  • Raya Luna
  • Raya Marie
  • Raya Grace
  • Raya Jade
  • Raya Skye
  • Raya Belle

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Macie

Gracie Lacie Lacey Lily Hayley

If you choose Raya

Zara Kai Mila Leo Aria

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Macie or Raya more popular?

Raya is more popular, ranked #363 compared to Macie at #473 in the United States.

What do Macie and Raya mean?

Macie means "from Macey (Normandy place name)" (Old French origin). Raya means "friend, companion" (Hebrew origin).

Are Macie and Raya boy or girl names?

Macie is primarily a girl name. Raya is primarily a girl name.

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