Macy

Meaning of Macy

From the French place name Massy; also, a surname.

Macy has French roots — browse every French baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Macy

Macy has cooled off, slipping to #720 in 2025, down from a peak of #219 in 2003.

Notable people named Macy

• Macy Gray
  American R&B and soul singer
• Macy Williams
  English actress (Game of Thrones)
• Macy Medford
  American model and beauty queen
• Macy Chiasson
  American mixed martial artist
• Macy Carrasquillo
  American beauty pageant titleholder

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Questions about the name Macy

What does the name Macy mean?

Macy means from the french place name massy; also, a surname, and it comes from French origins.

Is Macy a boy's or a girl's name?

Macy is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Macy?

In 2025, Macy ranked #720 for girls, down from #663 the year before.

When was Macy most popular?

Macy peaked at #219 in 2003.