Macsen vs Sion

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Macsen

Boy #3,540 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"supreme, excellent"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Welsh British Celtic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,540
Total SSA Count
32
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mac, Max

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Macsen Rank #3,540
Sion Rank #3,680

Macsen is more popular, ranked #3540 vs #3680 for Sion.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Macsen ___

  • Macsen Rhys
  • Macsen Emrys
  • Macsen Owen
  • Macsen Caius
  • Macsen Aurelius
  • Macsen James

Sion ___

  • Sion Rhys
  • Sion Emrys
  • Sion Wyn
  • Sion Morgan
  • Sion Gareth
  • Sion Huw

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Macsen

Rhys Owain Caradoc Llywelyn Seren

If you choose Sion

Rhys Emrys Gwenllian Seren Aled

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Macsen or Sion more popular?

Macsen is more popular, ranked #3540 compared to Sion at #3680 in the United States.

What do Macsen and Sion mean?

Macsen means "supreme, excellent" (Latin origin). Sion means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via Latin origin).

Are Macsen and Sion boy or girl names?

Macsen is primarily a boy name. Sion is primarily a boy name.

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