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Macintyre β€” Baby Name Meaning and Origin

Macintyre is a masculine name of Scottish origin. The name Macintyre is derived from the Gaelic name 'Mac an t-Saoir', which means 'son of the carpenter' or 'son of the skilled worker'.

Macintyre

Letter: M
Boy

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Meaning of Macintyre:

Macintyre is a masculine name of Scottish origin. The name Macintyre is derived from the Gaelic name 'Mac an t-Saoir', which means 'son of the carpenter' or 'son of the skilled worker'. It is a patronymic name commonly associated with the Scottish Highlands. Macintyre carries connotations of craftsmanship, talent, and a strong work ethic. The name reflects a sense of pride in one's heritage and the importance of skilled labor.

  • Gender: Boy
  • Origin: Scottish, Gaelic, Ga
  • US popularity: In 2019, 5 newborns in the United States were named Macintyre (Social Security Administration data). Recorded peak: 2012 with 9 babies.

Origin:

Scottish , Gaelic , Ga

Similar Names:

Mabinty , Macaire , Macie , Macin , Macye , Maine , Maintye , Mantreh , Mantrel , Marcine

More names starting with M:

Ma , Ma As Sama , Maaaliha , Maaarif , Maaazim , Maab , Maabad , Maacah , Maachah , Maadhav , Maadil , Maadin

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Frequently asked questions about Macintyre

What does the name Macintyre mean?

Macintyre is a masculine name of Scottish origin. The name Macintyre is derived from the Gaelic name 'Mac an t-Saoir', which means 'son of the carpenter' or 'son of the skilled worker'. It is a patronymic name commonly associated with the Scottish Highlands.

What is the origin of the name Macintyre?

Macintyre is a boy's name of Scottish, Gaelic, Ga origin.

Is Macintyre a boy or girl name?

Macintyre is commonly used as a boy's name.

How popular is the name Macintyre?

In 2019, 5 newborns in the United States were named Macintyre, according to Social Security Administration data. Its recorded peak was 2012, with 9 babies given the name.

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