Maciej
Meaning of Maciej
Maciej is a traditional Polish name that has been gaining popularity in recent years. It is a masculine name with a strong and distinctive sound. In Polish, it is pronounced as maht-CHAY (/ˈmat͡ɕɛj/). Maciej has variations such as Mateusz and Maciek, which are also popular in Poland. This name carries a rich cultural history and is associated with qualities such as strength, determination, and intelligence. In Illinois, the name Maciej has seen fluctuating popularity over the years, with occurrences ranging from 5 to 12 per year. Despite its relatively rare usage in the United States, Maciej remains a unique and attractive choice for parents looking for an international flair for their baby boy's name.
Pronunciation
Polish
- Pronunced as maht-CHAY (/ˈmat͡ɕɛj/)
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Similar Names to Maciej
Notable People Named Maciej
| Maciej Klich, also known as Mattias Jan-Maria, is a Polish historian, graphic artist, and former anti-communist Polish independence activist who co-founded the Independent Students' Association in Silesia and created stamps for "camp mail" while interned during martial law in Poland. |
| Maciej Janowski is a Polish speedway rider and a member of the Poland national speedway team. |
| Maciej Żurawski - Maciej Stanisław Żurawski is a retired Polish footballer known for his career as a forward. |
| Maciej Kazimierz Sarbiewski was a prominent Latin poet and renowned poetics theoretician in 17th century Europe. |
| Maciej Lampe - Maciej Bolesław Lampe is a Polish professional basketball player known for his versatility in the power forward and center positions. |
| Maciej Henneberg is a renowned Polish-Australian professor specializing in human evolution, forensic science, human anatomy, and physical anthropology at the University of Adelaide. |
| Maciej Górski is a Polish professional footballer known for his role as a forward for Resovia. |
| Mirosław Maciej Maleńczuk, also known as Vladimir, is a Polish vocalist, guitarist, and poet who gained worldwide popularity with his hit song "Vladimir" and has been involved in various music groups and television shows. |
| Maciej Jewtuszko is a Polish mixed martial artist who has competed in the UFC, WEC, and KSW, and is a former KSW Lightweight Champion. |
| Maciej Grzegorz Szymański is a Polish slavist and diplomat who served as an ambassador to Slovenia, Serbia, Croatia, and Bulgaria. |
| Maciej Frączyk, also known as Niekryty Krytyk, is a popular Polish internet personality, known for his YouTube series and work as an author, journalist, reviewer, critic, and satirist. |
| Maciej Rayzacher - Maciej Stanisław Rayzacher is a Polish actor, writer, voiceover provider, and activist known for his involvement in the democratic opposition during the communist era. |
| Maciej Musiał is a well-known Polish actor and television personality. |
| Maciej Miechowita was a versatile Polish Renaissance scholar, professor, historian, chronicler, geographer, medical doctor, alchemist, astrologer, and canon in Kraków. |
| Maciej Jerzy Stuhr is a Polish actor, comedian, and occasional film director. |
