Mac

Mac is a one-syllable dog name, making it short and snappy. Mac isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

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Mac is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!

Mac was, in the past month, the 514th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of May 2025, Mac is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.

We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.

In the past week, Mac was viewed 85 times, and liked 0 times.

The map below shows Mac's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Mac is most adored in New York, Ohio and Michigan.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Idaho, Mississippi and Delaware.

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Mac.

Most popular breeds named Mac:

1. Labrador Retriever
2. German Shepherd
3. Golden Retriever
4. Chow Chow
5. Chihuahua

• A greyhound named Mac featured in the television show Clifford the Big Red Dog.

Mac is found in these categories:

calm

Mac sounds like a chill buddy who loves belly rubs and naps.

nerdy

References Apple's Macintosh, popular among tech enthusiasts and intellectuals.

independent

Mac signifies strength, autonomy, and a free-spirited nature.

cute

Evokes apple pies, Scottish charm, and Big Mac's playful, endearing nature.