Maclin
Meaning of Maclin
Maclin, pronounced MAYK-lin, is an Anglo-American given name rooted in the venerable Gaelic patronymic tradition—an offshoot of the Scottish surname Macklin (itself from Mac Gille Eoin, “son of the servant of St. John”). This moniker, redolent of windswept highlands yet tempered by contemporary sensibilities, evokes a quietly confident individual, much like a solitary Celtic keep overlooking a modern metropolis. Analysis of U.S. birth records reveals Maclin’s modest but steady presence—roughly 20 to 40 boys each year, securing positions in the low 900s of the Social Security charts—an ordinal modesty that will appeal to parents who prefer distinction without staging a popularity contest. In its warm consonance and measured cadence, Maclin balances heritage and originality, offering a name that feels both time-honored and strikingly fresh.
Pronunciation
American English
- Pronunced as MAYK-lin (/ˈmeɪklɪn/)
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