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Origin: Scottish

Meaning: Son of Aodh; Fire

Macoy is a masculine name of Gaelic origin that will remind baby that they’re the real deal. The well-known phrase “the real McCoy” could be about to take on a whole new meaning in your life! Also spelled as Maccoy or Mccoy, Macoy is a surname that has been around for centuries. In Scotland and Ireland, Macoy would have originally been used in its Gaelic form, Mac Aoidh, but this began to change in the coming centuries. Translating to “son of Aodh” or “fire,” Macoy is a fitting choice for a little one who is not afraid to be their own authentic self.