| Meaning | charioteer, son of defilement |
| Origin | Irish |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 6 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Cor-mac |
About Cormac
Cormac brings rugged vitality and Celtic mystique to the naming landscape. The hard consonants give it a masculine edge while the flowing vowels prevent harshness, creating perfect balance. This name evokes images of storytelling, literary achievement, and connection to ancient heritage. Cormac suggests independence, creative thinking, and a spirit unbound by convention. The two-syllable structure keeps it accessible while the unusual spelling and sound ensure distinctiveness. Parents drawn to Cormac typically appreciate names with character and substance over popularity. The name ages exceptionally well, maintaining strength and relevance from infancy through adulthood. Cormac carries associations with wisdom, leadership, and artistic sensibility. It pairs effectively with both traditional and contemporary middle names, demonstrating remarkable versatility. Boys named Cormac often exhibit curiosity about the world and determination to forge their own paths.
Variations of Name Cormac
| MacCormac |
| Cormack |
| Cormick |
| MacCormick |
Nicknames for Cormac
| Cor |
| Mac |
Famous People Named Cormac
| Cormac McCarthy | American novelist and Pulitzer Prize winner |
| Cormac O'Grada | Irish economist and author |
| Cormac Battle | Irish musician and radio presenter |
| Cormac Breatnach | Irish musician and composer |
| Cormac Byrne | English percussionist |
| Cormac Costello | Irish Gaelic footballer |
| Cormac Evans | Welsh rugby player |
| Cormac Folan | Irish rower and Olympic athlete |
| Cormac McAnallen | Irish Gaelic footballer and captain |
| Cormac McLaggen | Wizard character in the Harry Potter series |
| Cormac Kearney | Irish cricketer |
| Cormac Sharvin | Northern Irish golfer |
| Cormac Hamilton | Australian journalist and broadcaster |
| Cormac Murphy-O'Connor | British cardinal of the Roman Catholic Church |
| Cormac O'Duffy | Irish poet |
| Cormac Ó hEadhra | Irish journalist and broadcaster |
| Cormac O'Shea | Australian actor |
| Cormac O'Leary | Irish cyclist |
| Cormac O'Brien | American bassist and composer |
| Cormac Wibberley | American screenwriter |
Characters Named Cormac
| Cormac the Skald | Character in the video game "The Witcher 3 - Wild Hunt" |
| Cormac the Tracker | Character in the "Redwall" book series by Brian Jacques |
| Cormac FitzGeoffrey | Character in the "Brother Cadfael" mystery novels by Ellis Peters |
| Cormac Mac Art | Heroic warrior character in Robert E. Howard's stories |
| Cormac Wallace | Character in the movie "The Guardian" |
| Cormac Limbs | Character in the "Bleach" manga and anime series |
| Cormac O'Connor | Character in the novel "Cormac" by Sonny Brewer |
| Cormac Flaherty | Character in the TV show "The Black Donnellys" |
| Cormac Thunderfist | Character in the "Dungeons & Dragons" role-playing game |
| Cormac Bennett | Character in the TV show "Northern Exposure" |
| Cormac Phelan | Character in the TV show "How to Get Away with Murder" |
| Cormac McNamara | Character in the TV show "Coronation Street" |