The name Mack is a girl's name meaning "son of".

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Mack, a no-nonsense nickname with roots in Mackenzie, is part of the growing trend of boyish names for girls. Its crisp, modern feel gives it standout appeal alongside similar picks like Max and Drew. Not often heard on girls, although Hillary Scott used it as the middle name for her daughter Betsy in 2018. 

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The name Mack peaked for girls at #3176 in 1943. Mack is also used for boys, ranking #463 in 2025.

The name Mack is a boy's name of Scottish, Irish origin meaning "son of".

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Mack, when "formalized" with the final k, makes an engagingly amiable choice, a far more uncommon alternative to the ubiquitous Max and Jack, with a nice, every-guy feel.  Mack entered the popularity list in 2009 for the first time since 1989 and continues to climb. However, it's still far from its peak — it was a Top 100 name in 1900.
<br/><br/>Mack (born Michael) Sennett was the innovator of slapstick comedy in silent films. The name is also suggestive of Mack the Knife and a whole family of computers.  Kevin Kline, Cuba Gooding, Jr., Dan Aykroyd, Eric Roberts and Snoop Dogg have all played characters named Mack.

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The name Mack is currently ranked #463 in U.S. births. and peaked for boys at #96 in 1900. The name is most popular in MACK, MACK, and MACK. Mack is occasionally used for girls in 1967.

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