Mckay
boy name#3583 in 2025Mckay entered the US charts in 1917, peaked at #1182 in 1995, ranks #3583 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1917–2025
#3583
rank today
#1182
peak (1995)
31
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3545 |
| 1920s | #3736 |
| 1930s | #3679 |
| 1960s | #2858 |
| 1970s | #3666 |
| 1980s | #2934 |
| 1990s | #1710 |
| 2000s | #1943 |
| 2010s | #2466 |
| 2020s | #3236 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Mckay has been most popular in UT, ID, CA.
Living bearers
About 2,200 people named Mckay are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Mckay alive today was born around 2003, making them about 22 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Mckay in 2025?
- Mckay ranks #3583 among US boy names in 2025, with 31 babies given the name.
- When was the name Mckay most popular?
- Mckay peaked in 1995, reaching #1182 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Mckay with classmates?
- Mckay will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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