| Meaning | gift of God |
| Origin | Greek, Latin, Spanish |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 5 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Ma-ceo |
About Maceo
There's something undeniably cool about Maceo—a rhythmic quality that makes people pause and appreciate its musicality. This name grooves. It swings. It has soul embedded in its very syllables, making it feel simultaneously vintage and contemporary.
Maceo carries cultural richness without requiring elaborate explanation. It stands confidently on its own merits, offering distinction without pretension. The name feels artistic and creative, suggesting someone who marches to his own drummer and values authenticity over conformity.
Parents drawn to Maceo typically appreciate names with character and depth, names that hint at stories and heritage. It's approachable yet uncommon, friendly yet sophisticated. The "eo" ending gives it a distinctive flair that separates it from more conventional choices.
Whether your son becomes a musician, entrepreneur, teacher, or scientist, Maceo provides a foundation of individuality. It's a name that encourages its bearer to embrace uniqueness and express himself freely.
Nicknames for Maceo
| Mac |
| Ace |
| Mace |
| Ceo |
| Macy |
Famous People Named Maceo
| Maceo Parker | American saxophonist |
| Maceo Rigters | Dutch footballer |
| Maceo Baston | American basketball player |
| Maceo Flávio Barbosa | Brazilian footballer |
| Maceo Snipes | American actor |
| Maceo Wofford | American football player |
| Maceo Sloan | American entrepreneur |
| Maceo Anderson | American jazz musician |
| Maceo Williams | American boxer |
| Maceo Coleman | American football player |
| Maceo Demond Baston | American actor |
| Maceo Forbes | Jamaican artist |
| Maceo Frost | Swedish filmmaker |
| Maceo Bell | American football player |
| Maceo Brathwaite | Barbadian poet |
| Maceo Howard | American artist |
| Maceo Newell | American painter |
| Maceo Heard | American jazz pianist |
| Maceo Smith | American educator |
Characters Named Maceo
| Maceo Shelly | Character in "Empire" |
| Maceo Deveaux | Character in "Star Trek - Deep Space Nine" |
| Maceo Grant | Character in "One Tree Hill" |
| Maceo Reese | Character in "The Haves and the Have Nots" |
| Maceo Martinez | Character in "Dracula" |
| Maceo Young | Character in "Pretty Little Liars" |
| Maceo Gaskins | Character in "Judging Amy" |