Maci Meaning, Origin, History, And Popularity

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Origin, Meaning, And History Of Maci

Maci is an elegant, feminine name derived from the English name Macy. It means ‘weapon’ in Old French. Macy itself is inspired by the town called Massy in France. Maci may also be related to the Roman name Maccius or even the Hebrew name Matthew, meaning ‘gift of God.’ In fact, Maci also refers to ‘Matthew’s estate’ in Old French.

As a name, Maci does not have a long history. It is a modern name that gained popularity in the US in the 20th century. It contains modern elements that appeal to parents looking for contemporary names for their children. Its recent emergence has helped it maintain a relatively consistent usage and pronunciation across languages. However, it still has variant spellings, such as Macey, Macie, Maisie, and Maisey.

Maci is not just a given name but also the name of a town. In the Mamou Region of Guinea, Maci is a small town with a population of around 22,000 people (1). Iceve-Maci is the language belonging to the Tivoid group of Atlantic-Congo. It is mostly spoken in Cameroon and Nigeria. MACI is also the name of a medical treatment used for knee repair.

In the world of fiction, Maci is just as rare as it is in the real world. Also known as Doodles, it is the name of one of the Bratz dolls created by MGA Entertainment. Being a relatively uncommon name, Maci is not used by many famous or historically significant personalities. However, it was the name of a Qing dynasty politician and court official in 17th-century China.

Maci can be ideal for parents who want their child to stand out for having a rare and graceful name. A long history may not back it, but it is simple and appealing. It possesses a unique charm that makes it an appealing choice for little girls.

Maci

Meaning Gift of God

Gender Girl

Religion Judaism

Origin English

Lucky Number 8

Syllables Two

Length 1 word, 4 letters, 2 vowels, 2 consonants

Type Short and easy to pronounce

How To Pronounce Maci?

Pronounced as mey-see

The way you pronounce a name can make all the difference.

Listen to the sound of the name Maci in English.

Maci On The Popularity Chart

Maci was barely known in the 1980s but started slowly rising in the 1990s. It reached its peak of popularity in 2011 but has been on a downward trend since then. Let’s observe the charts below for more information.

Popularity Over Time

According to the official Social Security Administration data, Maci was an extremely rare name in 1980, with only ten babies out of a million being named Maci in the US. In 2011, the name peaked with 1,733 babies being named Maci. However, this popularity was temporary, and the name has declined.

Source: Social Security Administration

Rank Over Time

As per the data provided by the Social Security Administration, Maci ranked 11,581 in 1982. In its best year, 2011, it stood at rank 180.

Source: Social Security Administration

Names With Similar Sound As Maci

Many popular names sound similar to Maci. Here are a few options for you to consider.

Popular Sibling Names For Maci

If you are looking for some matching sibling names that resonate with Maci, check our suggestions here.

Boy Sibling Names For Maci

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Girl Sibling Names For Maci

Looking for some suitable sister names for Maci? Check out our collection of beautiful and unique names.

Other Popular Names Beginning With M

Looking for more baby names starting with the letter M to resonate with your family’s naming tradition or to rhyme with the sibling names? Find a range of alternative names starting with this letter.

Names With Similar Meaning As Maci

Would you prefer a different name with a similar meaning as Maci? You may want to have a look at the suggestions provided below.

Tei

Anagram Names Of Maci

William Shakespeare is known for his ‘onomastic wit,’ with anagrams being one of them (remember the play Twelfth Night?). Anagram is the rearrangement of the same letters to form different words. Anagramming names has been in vogue for centuries now, and why not when it can create some cute names? Anagram baby names stand out with their unique sound and spellings. You may try an anagram of your name or your partner’s; even better if you combine both names and then try an anagram for the baby. It all stays in the family this way. You may also try anagram names for siblings, especially twins. Here are some anagrams of Maci.

Amic

Cami

Mica

Popular Songs On The Name Maci

Song	Artist
Maci	Unluckily Tall Monkey

Acrostic Poem On Maci

Dive into the lyrical charm of the name Maci with this acrostic poem. Witness how each letter paints together a story, capturing the name’s individuality, strength, vitality, and sophistication. Inspiring, is it? Why not try a similar poem that describes what you think of your baby’s personality?

Meticulous and methodical with attention to detail.

Artistic and altruistic and you are so futuristic.

Charming and witty, captivating everyone you meet.

Infectious laughter illuminating hearts with humor.

Maci’s Zodiac Sign And Birth Star As Per Vedic Astrology

Vedic astrology, also called Jyotisha, provides deep insights into a person’s life based on celestial positions at birth. Rashi and nakshatra, which are an integral part of Jyotisha, are believed to influence an individual’s personality and life events. The following sections give you rashi-related information, such as the associated letters, elements, ruling body, quality, and nakshatra for the name maci. These details help analyze a person’s characteristics, personality, and behavior.

Zodiac Sign (Rashi)

As shown in the following table, each rashi is associated with specific sounds, which are often used as the starting letters of names for newborns in Hindu families. Each rashi is represented by a figure and one of the five elements – Earth, Water, Fire, Air, and Ether (Space). One ruling celestial body, known as its 'rashi lord' or 'ruler' is assigned to these rashis. These bodies include Venus, Mars, Sun, Moon, Mercury, Jupiter, and Saturn. Furthermore, the rashis are assigned various qualities or gunas.

Rashi (zodiac sign)	Simha (Leo)
Starting letters for Simha (Leo) rashi	M, TT
Representation	Lion
Element	Fire
Ruling body	Sun
Quality	Fixed

Birth Star (Nakshatra)

Another important aspect of Vedic Astrology is the nakshatras, the lunar constellations or star clusters that the Moon occupies during a person's birth. There are 27 nakshatras, each with its own unique qualities, attributes, and symbolism. Each rashi contains two-and-one-fourth nakshatras in it. For example, Aries contains Ashwini, Bharani, and Krithika nakshatras.

The below table provides information on the nakshatras’ degrees on the zodiac circle, their lords and related syllables, for babies born in the Simha (Leo) rashi. These syllables/phonetics are popularly used to choose the baby name. For precise nakshatra calculation based on your baby's birthplace and date, use our Nakshatra Calculator.

Nakshatra	Degrees Of The Nakshatra	Nakshatra Lord (Ruler)	Name Syllables
Magha (Makha, Makam)	Leo (0 to 13.20 degrees)	Ketu	Ma, Maa, Mi, Mee, Mu, Me
Purva Phalguni (Pooram, Pubba)	Leo (13.20 to 26.40 degrees)	Venus	Mo, Ta, Taa, Ti, Tee, Tu
Uttara Phalguni (Uthiram, Utram)	Leo (26.40 to 30 degrees)	Sun	Te, Ta, Taa, To, Pa, Paa, Pi, Pee

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Maci In Different Languages

It’s exciting to see our baby’s name spelled and written in various languages. See how people spell Maci in Spanish, French, German, Italian, and more! Each language has its own way of saying Maci, but it’s still the same special name. Learn how the name looks and sounds in different languages around the world!

Name	Language	Code
Maci	English	en
马吉	Chinese	zh-CN
मैकी	Hindi	hi
Maci	Spanish	es
Maci	French	fr
ماسي	Arabic	ar
maci	Bengali	bn
Maci	Portuguese	pt
маци	Russian	ru
maci	Urdu	ur
Maci	Indonesian	id
Maci	German	de
マシー	Japanese	ja
मैकी	Marathi	mr
మాసి	Telugu	te
Maci	Turkish	tr
மாசி	Tamil	ta
Maci	Vietnamese	vi
Maci	Tagalog	tl
마치	Korean	ko
Maci	Hausa	ha
Maci	Swahili	sw
Maci	Javanese	jv
Maci	Italian	it
maci	Punjabi	pa
maci	Gujarati	gu
มาชิ	Thai	th
ಮಾಸಿ	Kannada	kn
maci	Amharic	am
मैकी	Bhojpuri	bho
Maci	Yoruba	yo

How To Communicate The Name Maci In Sign Languages

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In Braille Alphabet

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In Morse Code

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In Binary

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Name Numerology For Maci

Numerology is an occult system that gives significance to numbers and their influence on human life and destiny. Numerologists attribute specific qualities, energies, and characteristics to a number. Parents who believe in numerology prefer to choose baby names that resonate positively with the child’s unique numerical vibrations, often derived from their date of birth. Here we give a general birth number and personality traits of the name Maci, based on the Pythagorean (Western) system. This analysis will differ from child to child based on their date of birth. You may use our numerology calculator for more personalized information.

Baby Name Lists Containing Maci

Read through our baby name lists that include the name Maci and several other similar names. The wider the choice, the better your selection. Isn't it?

Movie Titles Inspired By The Name Maci

Discover the presence of Maci in an array of films. Know about the various movies that have this name.

Movie title	Other titles	Release year
Poppy Field	Câmp de maci, Pipacsmező, Pole maków, Sde Perreg, Χωράφι με παπαρούνες, Маковое поле, Поље мака, 我的警察情人, 真相勿語, 罂粟花田	2020

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the meaning of the name Maci?

The name Maci means gift of god.

2. What is the origin of the name Maci?

Maci has an English origin.

3. How to pronounce the name Maci?

Maci is pronounced as mey-see.

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