Mackey

“son of the servant of God”

Ireland origin · Unisex name

♂ 50% boys♀ 50% girls

#7134US 2023

12Births / yr

↑Rising

579All-time births

📅 Since 191900

What does Mackey mean and where does it come from?

Mackey is traditionally a surname of Irish origin that has been adapted as a first name for females. It likely originates from the Gaelic surname 'Mac Aodh', meaning 'son of Aodh'. In more recent years, it has been embraced as a given name and can also be used as a unisex name. Notable figures with

Cultural significance

Mackey has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Ireland-speaking communities, where it reflects values of son of the servant of god.

Peak popularity

Reached #1530 in 1950 — currently #7134 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Mackey?

Mackey works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Mackey Grace

How popular is Mackey right now?

Rising fast — up 3239 spots — currently #7134 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1925–2023#7134 · Top 5.3%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#7134	12	▲ up 3239 · +71% births
2021	#10373	7	▼ down 556
2010	#9817	7	▼ down 6138 · -12% births
1970	#3679	8	▼ down 525
1965	#3154	8	▲ up 379 · +14% births
1960	#3533	7	▼ down 826 · -30% births
1955	#2707	10	▼ down 1177 · -58% births
1950	#1530	24	▲ up 319 · +60% births
1945	#1849	15	▲ up 326 · +25% births
1940	#2175	12	▲ up 1848 · +140% births
1935	#4023	5	▲ up 85 · -17% births
1925	#4108	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Mackey

Best Year1950Rank #1530

Peak Count24

Average Rank#4507

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1925 - 202312 years

The story of Mackey

Mackey entered American naming records in 1919 and has been in use for over 105 years. With 579 total births recorded, Mackey remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #4108 in 1925, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #7134 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Mackey in 1950:

James Robert John Michael David

Mackey by decade

Mackey peaked in the 1950s. See all 1950s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	10
1920s	36
1930s	61
1940s ★	135
1950s	124
1960s	63
1970s	36
1980s	28
1990s	30
2000s	21
2010s	35

💎Mackey has only 579 total recorded births since 1919 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Mackey?

Common

MacMaAckey

What names sound and feel like Mackey?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Mackey also consider these

English · A beloved name

Sankey

Ireland · Derived from 'Séan'

Marley

English · pleasant seaside meadow

Mackay

Scotland · From the Mackay

Maccoy

Ireland · Irish

Common questions about the name Mackey

What does the name Mackey mean?

Mackey means "son of the servant of God" — a name rooted in Ireland tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Mackey?

Mackey is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Mackey have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Mackey?

Mackey originates from Ireland tradition. Ireland names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Mackey trending right now?

Mackey is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Mackey a common or rare name?

Mackey is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.