Mackay
muh-KAI
Popularity
#9499
Letters
6
Syllables
2
Origin
Scottish
Total Births
297
Peak Year
#14 in 1996
First Recorded
1991
Style
Strong & Bold, Vintage
Spelling
Tricky to spell
What It Means
Mackay is a Scottish surname derived from the Gaelic name 'Mac Aoidh,' meaning 'son of Aodh.' Aodh was an ancient Irish and Scottish personal name meaning 'fire.'
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Numerology
The Leader
Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.
Famous Namesakes
Mackay Hugh Baillie-Scott
British architect known for his Arts and Crafts designs.
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