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Macklin

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Pronounced MAK-lin /ˈmæk.lɪn/High

Meaning: From the Irish surname Macklin, an Anglicized form tied to Mac Fhloinn, 'son of Flann' (Flann, 'red; ruddy'). Used here for a girl though it reads strongly as a boy's surname name.Low

In 30 seconds: A surname-style pick: Macklin means 'son of Flann' (said 'MAK-lin'). It reads as a boy's name — we note the lean.
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Origin MediumIrish
MeaningFrom the Irish surname Macklin, an Anglicized form tied to Mac Fhloinn, 'son of Flann' (Flann, 'red; ruddy'). Used here for a girl though it reads strongly as a boy's surname name.
U.S. rank (2023)#12928 ↘ Falling
2023 U.S. births7 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2019
Total births (all-time)≈ 42

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202220172023

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Macklin is an Anglicized Irish surname from Mac Fhloinn, 'son of Flann.' As a given name it carries a crisp surname feel; for girls it is very rare and reads male, which we note (said 'MAK-lin').

For girls it appears only rarely in the U.S., against heavier boys' use. Rare, surname-style, and crisp.

Did you know? Macklin began as an Irish surname, 'son of Flann' ('red; ruddy') — used here for a girl, though it reads strongly male, which we note (said 'MAK-lin').
Overall data confidence 42%
References — Macklin — Irish surname 'son of Flann'; cross-sex, boy-leaning

Variations

MacklynMacklenMaclin

Nicknames

MacLynn

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Macklin mean?

Macklin is an Irish surname meaning 'son of Flann' ('red; ruddy'), now used as a first name.

How do you pronounce Macklin?

It's said MAK-lin /ˈmæk.lɪn/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Macklin a boy or girl name?

Macklin is used for both, but reads far more often as a boy's name — we note the lean.

How popular is Macklin?

Macklin is rare for girls in the U.S. and more often used for boys.

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