Mc is a distinctive choice, ranked #3849 in 2005. Your child is likely to be the only Mc in their class.
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UK Rank 2005
#3849
About the Name Mc
Mc has never been more popular than it is right now, sitting at UK #3849. It has been building momentum steadily rather than spiking suddenly. The name has been relatively new to UK records, first appearing in 2005.
Mc is distinctive enough that your child will likely be the only one in both their class and their school — standing out on every register.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the name Mc
Unlikely. With around 3 UK babies named Mc per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Mc in his class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.
Mc has held a stable position around #3849 for several years. It reached its recorded peak of #3849 in 2005 and has maintained consistent levels since — suggesting lasting rather than trend-driven appeal.
Mc is a distinctive choice sitting outside the mainstream UK top names. Parents choosing less common names often find their children appreciate the individuality as they grow up, rarely needing to add an initial to distinguish themselves.
3
UK babies named Mc (2005)
< 1
Expected classmates with this name (class of 28)
< 1
In a school of 600
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Rank change (last 5 years)
🏫 Who else is in the room?
In a typical UK class of 28, highlighted children share the name Mc
Likely around 1 other Mc in the class
UK Popularity (2005–2005)
Rank and birth count · ONS official data
No US data available for this name
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