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Mackey

OriginScottish or Irish
Meaning"son of"
GenderBoy & girl
US rank · girlsUnranked

Below 5 births

US rank · boys#13183

2025 SSA

About Mackey

Mackey is a masculine name that originated as a surname derived from the Gaelic Mac Aodha, meaning "son of Aodh" or "son of Hugh." Aodh was a popular Irish and Scottish name meaning "fire." As a first name, Mackey emerged through the tradition of using family surnames as given names, a practice particularly common in American naming customs. Though not among the most popular first names, Mackey has a friendly, approachable quality with its upbeat sound and casual feel. It carries associations with Irish and Scottish heritage while maintaining a distinctly American character. The name exudes a cheerful, unpretentious personality and offers the friendly nickname Mac.

Mackey is also given to girls.

Pronounced MAK-ee.

As of October 2026, Mackey ranked #14560 in US births in 2021 SSA.

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