Macsen

“greatest” — Associated with Macsen Wledig

Wales origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#4074US 2023

27Births / yr

↓Falling

318All-time births

📅 Since 200200

What does Macsen mean and where does it come from?

Macsen is a Welsh variant of the name Maximus, which means 'greatest'. It is associated with Macsen Wledig, a 4th-century Roman general known in Welsh legend. The name reflects a strong historical and cultural identity in Wales. Its usage has been somewhat limited outside of Wales, making it a uniqu

Cultural significance

Macsen has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Wales-speaking communities, where it reflects values of welsh.

Peak popularity

Reached #2935 in 2017 — currently #4074 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Macsen?

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

Macsen Grace

How popular is Macsen right now?

Falling — down 567 spots — currently #4074 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2005–2023#4074 · Top 3.0%

2005

2010

2015

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#4074	27	▼ down 567 · -18% births
2022	#3507	33	▲ up 1754 · +83% births
2021	#5261	18	▼ down 323 · -5% births
2020	#4938	19	▼ down 1658 · -46% births
2015	#3280	35	▲ up 3035 · +150% births
2010	#6315	14	▲ up 4899 · +133% births
2005	#11214	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Macsen

Best Year2015Rank #3280

Peak Count35

Average Rank#5513

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2005 - 20237 years

The story of Macsen

Macsen is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2002. With 318 total births recorded, Macsen remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #11214 in 2005 to #4074 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Macsen in 2017:

Liam Noah William James Logan

Macsen by decade

Macsen peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	30
2010s ★	269
2020s	19

💎Macsen has only 318 total recorded births since 2002 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Macsen?

RUSSIAN

Maks

ANCIENT ROMAN

Maxima

SPANISH

Máxima

ANCIENT ROMAN

MaximianusMaximilianaMaximilianusMaximinus

What names sound and feel like Macsen?

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

Macksen

American · Son of Max

Massen

American · one who is

Maysen

American · May's son/child

Maclen

Scotland · Son of the

Madsen

Denmark · son of Mads

Maksen

Norway · Son of the

Maxsen

Welsh · Maximus: 'greatest'.

Masen

English · English

How is Macsen written in other languages?

Common questions about the name Macsen

What does the name Macsen mean?

Macsen means "Welsh" — a name rooted in Wales 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 Macsen?

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

What is the cultural origin of Macsen?

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

Is Macsen trending right now?

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

Is Macsen a common or rare name?

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