How Many People Are Named Mack?
Complete statistics for the name Mack: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Mack, a very rare male name, stands out with only 1 in 16,772 Americans bearing it today. That's just 19,676 people in the US, making it quite unique. Interestingly, the name has been on the rise since its peak in 1942.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Traditionally, life-path number 1 represents leadership and independence.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 74All 42,125 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 1942Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Mack Through the Generations
Mack has seen a steady presence throughout the decades, with its popularity peaking in 1942 when 847 babies were given this name. Today, the majority of those named Mack are over 60, accounting for 71% of the total, which gives the name a distinctly older feel. With 29,753 individuals over 60, compared to 7,725 under 30, it's clear that Mack is more commonly found among the older generation, though it's experiencing a resurgence in interest.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
⭐ Famous People Named Mack
Mack is a given name and nickname. Notable people with the name include:…
Full list on Wikipedia →🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Mack's English roots
📄 About the Name Mack
How Many People Have the Name Mack?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 69,776 people in the United States currently share the name Mack. That works out to roughly 1 in every 4,750 Americans, placing it in the Uncommon category.
Is Mack a Common or Rare Name?
Mack is classified as Uncommon. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Mack in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Mack Most Popular?
The name Mack reached peak popularity in 1942, with 847 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Mack?
Approximately 69,776 people named Mack live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 69,776. That works out to roughly 1 in 4,750 Americans.
Is Mack a rare name?
Mack is classified as Uncommon in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 4,750 Americans has this name.
What does the name Mack mean?
The meaning and origin of Mack are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.
Is Mack more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Mack are male and 0% are female.
When was Mack most popular?
Mack peaked in 1942 with 847 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.