Macy

#29 in North Dakota

Meaning of Macy

Macy is a breezy little name with deep roots. It began as the French surname de Massy, meaning “Matthew’s estate,” and it has wandered the world ever since, gathering sparkle along the way. In modern America people think of the glittering Macy’s holiday parade, so the name carries confetti in its pockets. Yet it also feels right at home in India’s rhythm; say it aloud and it almost dances like a tabla beat—short, sweet, full of life. Parents love that combo of vintage and vivacious, which is why Macy kept popping up on U.S. charts for more than a century, peaking in the early 2000s and still shining. Picture a girl called Macy: a firefly at dusk, small but impossible to miss, reminding everyone that joy can travel far on a tiny set of wings.

Pronunciation

American English

  • Pronunced as MAY-see (/ˈmeɪsi/)

U.S. Popularity Chart

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Notable People Named Macy

Macy Gray is an American R&B singer famous for her raspy voice and the 1999 Grammy-winning hit "I Try," and she has released ten studio albums.
Macy Chiasson is an American mixed martial artist who won The Ultimate Fighter 28 and is currently ranked #5 in the UFC women's bantamweight division.
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