Macelyn is a unique and distinctive given name of Welsh origin. The name Macelyn is derived from the Welsh male given name "Macaulay," which is composed of two elements: "macc" meaning "son" or "son of," and "caled" meaning "bald." Thus, the name Macelyn can be interpreted as "son of bald" or more metaphorically, "son of battle."
The name Macelyn has a rich history dating back to ancient Wales. It is believed that the name was borne by a legendary Welsh warrior named Macaulay who fought valiantly against the invading Saxons in the 6th century AD. The name became popular among the Welsh nobility and was passed down through generations.
Over time, the name Macelyn evolved from its original Welsh form to become more widely used throughout Britain and eventually made its way across the Atlantic to North America. Today, Macelyn is still considered a rare and unique given name, but it has gained popularity in recent years due to its distinctive sound and rich history.
In terms of spelling variations, Macelyn can also be found as Macaulay or McCauley. However, regardless of how it is spelled, the name Macelyn carries with it a sense of strength, bravery, and Welsh heritage that sets it apart from other names.
The name Macelyn has seen variable popularity over the past decade with peaks occurring in 2010, 2013, and 2014, while experiencing slight declines in other years such as 2008, 2011, and 2019. The total number of births given this name between 2008 and 2019 is sixty.