Macon

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Macon Pronunciation

Macon is pronounced MAY-kən /ˈmeɪ.kən/High

Meaning: From the French city Macon (and the Georgia city named for it); the French name is of Gaulish origin; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: Southern and sturdy: Macon is the place-name (the French city, and Macon, Georgia). Warm, distinctive, and cool (nickname Mac).

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Origin MediumFrench, English

MeaningFrom the French city Macon (and the Georgia city named for it); the French name is of Gaulish origin; routes layered

U.S. rank (2024)#4635 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births22 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2015

Total births (all-time)≈ 2,094

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Macon comes from the French city of Macon (a wine region; its name is of Gaulish origin) and the Georgia city named for it (routes layered, which we note). A warm, sturdy place/surname-name with the friendly nickname Mac.

It registers thinly in records. Rare, a-French-city at the root, and Southern.

Did you know? Macon names a French wine city — and Macon, Georgia (named for it) — with a Gaulish-rooted origin; a warm, distinctive Southern place-name with the nickname Mac.

Overall data confidence 60%

Place-name references — Macon — routes layered

Variations

MasonMakenMakon

Nicknames

Mac

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Macon?

Macon is pronounced MAY-kən (/ˈmeɪ.kən/). Press play above to hear Macon said aloud.

How do you say Macon?

Macon is said MAY-kən (/ˈmeɪ.kən/). Press play above to hear Macon said aloud.

What does the name Macon mean?

Macon is a place-name (a French city, and Macon, Georgia); its deeper origin is Gaulish, and the routes are layered.

Is Macon a boy or girl name?

Macon is a boy's name.

How popular is Macon?

Macon is a rare name in the U.S.