Mccartney
muh-KAR-tuh-nee
Popularity
#10767
Letters
9
Syllables
3
Origin
Irish
Total Births
432
Peak Year
#31 in 2008
First Recorded
1995
Style
Modern & Trendy
Spelling
Moderate spelling
What It Means
An Irish surname derived from the Gaelic 'Mac Cardaigh,' meaning 'son of Cardach,' which itself means 'loving' or 'friendly.' It has gained popularity as a given name.
Gender Split
Numerology
The Achiever
Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.
Famous Namesakes
Paul McCartney
Legendary English singer-songwriter and co-founder of The Beatles.
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