Macklin
Macklin is a boy's name of Irish origin.
Meaning
Son of Flann (meaning red or ruddy) or son of MacLachlan.
Origin and history
Macklin is an Irish and Scottish surname used as a modern given name. It derives from Gaelic roots, often associated with patronymic surnames like Mac Flann. In the United States, it has experienced a notable rise in usage in recent years as a stylish surname-first choice.
Popularity in the United States
2,529 babies in the United States have been named Macklin since 1880. It ranks #2576 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1066.
States where it is most popular
- PA (14.3 %)
- MO (10.5 %)
- OH (7.9 %)
- CA (7.7 %)
- IL (7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 5 |
| 1930-1940 | 5 |
| 1940-1950 | 11 |
| 1950-1960 | 6 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 10 |
| 1980-1990 | 69 |
| 1990-2000 | 223 |
| 2000-2010 | 232 |
| 2010-2019 | 932 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,036 |
Famous people named Macklin
- Macklin Celebrini: ice hockey player
Nicknames
Mack, Mac
Fun facts
- Macklin originated as an Anglicized spelling of the Irish Gaelic Mac Flann or Scots MacLachlan lineage.
- Over forty percent of all published U.S. births for the name Macklin since 1880 have occurred between 2020 and 2025.