Maceo Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Maceo is a Spanish name that originates from the Hebrew Matityahu, meaning 'gift of God'. The name has evolved through various forms, including Matthias and Matteo, before becoming Maceo. It gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, especially within Hispanic communities. Maceo is viewed positively today, often associated with strength. While it has biblical roots, it is not directly mentioned in scripture.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Maceo"
Pronunciation
/məˈseɪ.oʊ/
Origin
Spanish
Etymology
The name Maceo is derived from the Spanish form of the Hebrew name Matityahu, which means 'gift of God'.
Meaning
gift of God
Language Evolution
Matityahu, Matthias, Matteo, Maceo
Historical Usage
Maceo gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly among Hispanic communities, often as a way to honor biblical names.
Variants & Derivatives
Mace, Macei, Matty
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Maceo is perceived as a unique and culturally rich name, often associated with strength and character.
Famous People
Maceo Parker, an American saxophonist, Maceo K. Smith, a notable figure in civil rights activism
📊 Maceo Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Maceo Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 95 peak births in 2017
Geographic Spread
Popular across 18 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Maceo"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Maceo"
"Maceo" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1734th of 7545 | 311 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1798th of 6773 | 295 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2068th of 7552 | 289 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1799th of 10718 | 401 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3101st of 16616 | 293 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2621st of 24088 | 661 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2058th of 23106 | 849 |
Regional Popularity of "Maceo" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
71.30% 1687th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
76.41% 1798th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
58.24% 1297th/2227 |
- |
74.55% 2127th/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
48.25% 1417th/2937 |
- | - |
37.54% 1518th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
64.56% 2379th/3685 |
- | - |
53.79% 3398th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
66.98% 3459th/5164 |
60.11% 4396th/7313 |
27.08% 2021st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
59.66% 2377th/3984 |
43.48% 1951st/4487 |
35.17% 2399th/6822 |
23.10% 1450th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Maceo" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Maceo"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Maceo" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Maceo" in the United States
The name Maceo is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Maceo has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Maceo' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1734th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1798th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2068th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1799th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3101st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2621st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2058th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Maceo' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.