Macon
French · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Macon
Macon derives from the French city of Mâcon in Burgundy, and as a surname or given name it originally meant "from Macon," following the medieval practice of naming people after their place of origin.
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Etymology
Macon derives from the French city of Mâcon in Burgundy, and as a surname or given name it originally meant "from Macon," following the medieval practice of naming people after their place of origin. The name is primarily used in English-speaking cultures, particularly in the United States, with notable historical figures including Macon, Georgia (named after North Carolina congressman Nathaniel Macon) and various American bearers of the name.
Macon currently ranks #7,485 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2015.
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