Macon
Macon is a boy's name of French origin.
Meaning
Mason, stone worker, or originating from Mâcon, France.
Origin and history
Macon is a masculine name derived from a French place name and occupational surname referring to a mason or stone worker. It has a long history of use as a given name in the United States, often associated with the city of Macon, Georgia. Although relatively rare, it maintains steady usage as a classic place and surname-derived choice.
Popularity in the United States
2,105 babies in the United States have been named Macon since 1880. It ranks #2812 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1762.
States where it is most popular
- NC (59 %)
- AL (17.4 %)
- VA (11.4 %)
- TN (6 %)
- SC (2.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 5 |
| 1900-1910 | 31 |
| 1910-1920 | 178 |
| 1920-1930 | 220 |
| 1930-1940 | 159 |
| 1940-1950 | 179 |
| 1950-1960 | 121 |
| 1960-1970 | 95 |
| 1970-1980 | 94 |
| 1980-1990 | 94 |
| 1990-2000 | 171 |
| 2000-2010 | 228 |
| 2010-2019 | 365 |
| 2020-2029 | 165 |
Famous people named Macon
- Macon Blair: Actor, Director
Fun facts
- The name is closely tied to the city of Macon, Georgia, which was named in honor of North Carolina statesman Nathaniel Macon.
- Etymologically, it shares roots with the Old French word for a stone builder or mason.