boy's name
Maciej
MAH-chay (Polish)
- Origin Polish
- Gender Boy
- Syllables 2
- Letters 6
- Births on record 1,230
Maciej is a boy's name with 2 syllables. In 2020 it was given to 6 babies in the United States. It was given to fewer than three babies in the most recent year of published figures for England and Wales.
- Maciej is a name of Polish origin.
- Peaked in England and Wales in 2008, when 75 babies were given the name.
- It has been falling over the past decade in England and Wales.
- First appears in birth records in 2002.
- 2 syllables, with the stress on syllable 1.
Maciej Over Time
Births per decade in England and Wales, 2000s to 2020s. The striped bar is the 2020s, which so far covers 2020 to 2025.
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| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 213 |
| 2010s | 364 |
| 2020s (to 2025) | 40 |
How Popular Is Maciej?
In 2024, Maciej was given to 3 babies in England and Wales. It was given to fewer than three babies in the most recent year of published figures for England and Wales.
Where Maciej Is Used
Figures for England and Wales leave out any name given to fewer than three babies in a year, so a gap means the name fell below that floor rather than went unused. Data & sources.
Names That Peaked Alongside Maciej
These names rose and fell in the same era, which is why they tend to sound like they belong together.
Parents Who Like Maciej Also Like
Names whose popularity has risen and fallen in step with Maciej over the last century — the same taste, a different name.
How to Say Maciej
- Polish MAH-chay
Sibling Names for Maciej
Names from the same era that do not rhyme or share an initial with Maciej — the two things that make a sibling set grate.
Common Questions About Maciej
How popular is the name Maciej?
In 2024, Maciej was given to 3 babies in England and Wales. It was given to fewer than three babies in the most recent year of published figures for England and Wales.
Is Maciej a girl's or a boy's name?
Maciej is given almost entirely to boys in birth records.
How many syllables are in Maciej?
Maciej has 2 syllables.
When was Maciej most popular?
Maciej peaked in 2008, when 75 babies were given the name. It has been falling over the past decade.