Macy
Macy is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
Estate of Maccius.
Origin and history
Macy originated as an English surname derived from Old French place names such as Massy or Macé, meaning estate of Maccius. It gained popularity as a given name in the United States during the late 20th century. Today, it remains a well-established and familiar choice for American girls.
Popularity in the United States
32,749 babies in the United States have been named Macy since 1880. It ranks #790 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #657.
States where it is most popular
- TX (10.3 %)
- CA (6 %)
- OH (5.5 %)
- IN (4.4 %)
- TN (4.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 21 |
| 1890-1900 | 88 |
| 1900-1910 | 126 |
| 1910-1920 | 215 |
| 1920-1930 | 265 |
| 1930-1940 | 177 |
| 1940-1950 | 123 |
| 1950-1960 | 130 |
| 1960-1970 | 130 |
| 1970-1980 | 260 |
| 1980-1990 | 583 |
| 1990-2000 | 6,901 |
| 2000-2010 | 13,214 |
| 2010-2019 | 7,919 |
| 2020-2029 | 2,597 |
Famous people named Macy
- Macy Gray: Singer, Songwriter
Nicknames
Mace, Mase
Fun facts
- Macy transitioned from a traditional English surname to a widespread given name in North America.
- The name experienced a noticeable rise in US popularity in the late 1990s alongside singer Macy Gray's rise to fame.