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Mcclain
BoyMeaning of Mcclain: Scottish: 'son of the servant of Gille Eoin'
Mcclain is a boy's name most strongly associated with Scottish naming. It has 7 letters and 1 syllable, and it is a genuinely rare and unique choice — 3788th most popular boys' name in the United States in 2025.
US rank 2025
#3788
28 babies in 2025
England & Wales 2024
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Fewer than 3 babies or unlisted
US babies since 1880
586
First recorded 1918 · peak 2025
Trend
rising
Style: rare
Popularity over time
Gender split
84% boys · 16% girls, based on US, UK and international usage.
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