Maci
3 syllables
⚧ Unisex ◎ English ◈ 3 syllables
"Gift, child of light."

From English

Maci means weapon or gift — possibly from the Old French Macy (from the Gallo-Roman Maccius) or a creative I-ending variant of Macy. Maci Bookout from Teen Mom made this exact spelling famous. Macy's is America's most iconic department store. Two syllables of French heritage, reality-TV fame, and Thanksgiving parades.

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Maci at a glance
MeaningGift, child of light.
OriginEnglish
GenderUnisex
Syllables3
NumerologyLife Path 8
US Rank (today)#468
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Why parents love Maci
  • Two syllables with a bright, modern sound: MAY-see.
  • The I-ending creates visual distinction from Macy.
  • Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is America's most beloved.
  • Maci Bookout made this spelling famous through Teen Mom.
  • It's friendly and approachable.
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The vibe of Maci
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Origin & history of Maci
Gallo-Roman Maccius → Old French Macy → I-variant Maci
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English roots
Maci is an I-spelling variant of Macy, possibly from the Gallo-Roman Maccius meaning weapon. Maci Bookout became famous through Teen Mom. Macy's department store and its Thanksgiving Day Parade keep the base name visible. The I-ending creates a more personalised visual identity.
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First recorded
Earliest known use: Modern I-spelling variant; Maci Bookout (born 1991).
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Today
Maci remains a beloved choice, ranking #468 in the US. 20,992 babies have been named Maci since 1973.
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How popular is Maci?
2011 peak year
The name Maci reached its peak in 2011, with 1,737 registrations (ranked #180). It first surfaced in U.S. records in 1973, roughly 38 years before its peak. Since the peak, the name has eased to around #468 today, averaging about 763 new babies per year. Maci has been declining in recent years. Across all years on record, approximately 20,992 American babies have carried this name.
Year-by-year registrations 1880–2024 · U.S. Social Security data
1,737 Babies named in peak year
(ranked #180)
763 Avg. per year
(last decade)
7,630 Total registrations
last 10 years
20,992 All-time total
(since 1880)
Popularity in the US today (rank #468) Popular
↓ Declining in recent years
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Numerology of Maci
8
Life path number
The Achiever
Ambition, authority and material mastery.

Maci's Life Path 5 is the adventurer's number — bright adventure. People named Maci tend to be bright, friendly, and gifted at making their own way.

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Makes her own way
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Bright and friendly
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Parade-level energy
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I-ending individuality
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Thanksgiving warmth
M4
A1
C3
I9
Sum: 17 → Life path 8
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Personality of Maci
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Built for success
They don't dream of achievement — they plan for it.
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Commanding presence
They walk in and people notice.
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Strategic mind
Always three moves ahead.
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Unbreakable
Setbacks sharpen them. Resilience is in their DNA.
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