Macie

Girl Name #473 Most Popular Steady 2 Syllables

A Normand place name with American retail royalty flair

English American

Modern Playful Gentle Classic

Meaning & Origin

"from Macey (Normandy place name)"

Origin: Old French

Language: English

"gift of God"

Origin: Latin via Old French

Language: English

Things to Know About This Name

Closely associated with Macy's department store, which may feel commercial to some parents

The Story of Macie

Macie is a spelling variant of Macy, which originated as an English surname from the Norman French place name Macey (or Macé), a village in Normandy, France. The place name likely derives from the Latin personal name Maccius or Mattius, itself related to Matthew, meaning gift of God. Rowland H. Macy founded the famous Macy's department store in New York City in 1858, giving the name its most famous association. As a given name, Macy and its variants became popular in the late 20th century.

Macy and its variants (Macie, Macey) gained significant popularity in the US through the 1990s and 2000s, boosted by actress and singer Macy Gray's rise to fame and the general fashion for cheerful -y and -ie ending names for girls.

Macy's department store, founded 1858 in New York City, is one of America's most iconic brands, hosting the annual Thanksgiving Day Parade since 1924. The store's cultural presence makes the name immediately recognizable, which can be a positive or neutral association for most families.

Fun Facts

Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade has run continuously since 1924, becoming one of America's most-watched annual events
Rowland H. Macy's first four retail ventures all failed before he founded the successful Macy's in New York in 1858

Macie in Other Languages

French Macée

German Macie

Spanish Macie

Famous People Named Macie

Macy Gray

Musician

1969

American soul and R&B singer-songwriter, Grammy winner known for 'I Try' (1999)

Macy's (Rowland H. Macy)

Business

1822

American merchant who founded Macy's department store in New York City in 1858, which became one of the world's most fam...

American merchant who founded Macy's department store in New York City in 1858, which became one of the world's most famous retail brands

Quick Facts

Gender: Girl
Syllables: 2
Popularity Rank: #473
Total SSA Count: 652
Cultural Origins: English American
Pronunciation: Easy
Formality: Casual
Cross-Cultural Ease: Moderate

Alternative Spellings

Maci #790

Common Nicknames

Mae Mace

Pairs Well With

Macie Grace Macie Rose Macie Ann Macie Jane Macie Faith Macie Lynn Macie Claire

Sibling Names

Gracie Lacie Lacey Lily Hayley Emma Chloe

Also a Boy Name

Macie is also used as a boy name, ranked #33659.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Macie

What does the name Macie mean?

"from Macey (Normandy place name)" (from Old French). "gift of God" (from Latin via Old French). Macie is a spelling variant of Macy, which originated as an English surname from the Norman French place name Macey (or Macé), a village in Normandy, France. The place name likely derives from the Latin personal name Maccius or Mattius, itself related to Matthew, meaning gift of God. Rowland H. Macy founded the famous Macy's department store in New York City in 1858, giving the name its most famous association. As a given name, Macy and its variants became popular in the late 20th century.

What is the origin of the name Macie?

Macie has Old French, Latin via Old French, English, and American origins. In Old French, it means "from Macey (Normandy place name)". In Latin via Old French, it means "gift of God".

Is Macie a boy or girl name?

Macie is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #473. As a boy name, it is ranked #33659. Macie is more commonly used as a girl name.

How popular is the name Macie?

Macie is currently ranked #473 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Macie?

Common nicknames for Macie include Mae and Mace.

What are good middle names for Macie?

Popular middle name pairings include Macie Grace, Macie Rose, Macie Ann, Macie Jane, Macie Faith, Macie Lynn, and Macie Claire.

What are good sibling names for Macie?

Names that pair well with Macie as siblings include Gracie, Lacie, Lacey, Lily, Hayley, Emma, and Chloe.

How many syllables does Macie have?

Macie has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.

Is Macie a common or rare name?

Macie is a popular name, ranked #473 for girls. It is well-known without being overused.

About the Name Macie

Macie is a girl name with English and American origins . The name means "from Macey (Normandy place name)" in Old French .

Is Macie a boy or girl name? Macie is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #473 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #33,659. Macie is more commonly used as a girl name.

Macie is currently ranked #473 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

The name Macie has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.

Common nicknames for Macie include Mae and Mace. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Macie include Maci . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.